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Previous injury the main risk factor for running injuries?!
Despite several studies that have been conducted on running injuries, the risk factors for running-related injuries are still not clear and the literature seems unable to provide a clear answer. As such, the aim of this systematical review was to summarize the results of prospective cohort studies that investigated the risk factors for running injuries in general.
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Ankle sprains are the most common sports-related injury, associated with a high rate of recurrence and societal costs. Recent studies have emphasized the effectiveness of both neuromuscular training and bracing for the secondary prevention of ankle sprains. This study evaluated the cost-effectiveness of the separate and combined use of bracing and neuromuscular training for the prevention of the recurrence of ankle sprains.
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