Ring avulsion injuries and the basketball player.

Pynn, B R; Bartkiw, T P; Clarke, H M · Br J Sports Med · 1997

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

As basketball increases in worldwide popularity, more epidemiological data on injury rate and type will be documented. A serious ring avulsion injury (Urbaniuk Class I) is here reported in an adolescent incurred while attempting a slam dunk. The management of this injury is discussed as well as safety concerns for coaches and supervisory staff.

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