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Int J Sports Med 1983; 04(4): 223-225
DOI: 10.1055/s-2008-1026038
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Lower Limb Injuries in Parachuting

M. Salai, A. Israeli, A. Chechick, H. Horoszowski, I. Farine
  • Department of Orthopaedic Surgery A, Chaim Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, Affiliated to the Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Israel
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14 March 2008 (online)

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Abstract

Parachuting injuries commonly result from inaccurately performed landing. Alteration of the vertical force absorption pattern to a rotational one is suggested as their major cause. Special attention to the flexed body position and adduction of the lower limbs while gliding and landing can prevent those injuries.

Key words

Parachuting - lower limb injuries - prevention

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