Equestrian-Related Musculoskeletal Injuries Presenting to a Chiropractic Practice: A Retrospective Chart Review of 19 Patients.
J Chiropr Med
; 22(2): 103-106, 2023 Jun.
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ABSTRACT
Objective:
The purpose of this study was to describe the types of equestrian-related musculoskeletal injuries and their management.Methods:
We retrospectively reviewed the charts of 19 patients who presented with injuries from equestrian activities at a chiropractic practice from December 2000 to December 2020. Deidentified data were extracted from the charts and summarized.Results:
Of the 19 patients, 42.3% presented with acute trauma, 38.5% had overuse injuries, and 19.2% had chronic injuries as a result of previous trauma. We found that 90% of overuse injuries and 18.2% of acute injuries led to chronic conditions that needed ongoing management.Conclusion:
From this sample of patients, there was a high percentage of overuse and chronic injuries for patients who participated in equestrian activities.
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