INJURIES

This study looked at whether the Functional Movement Screen™ (FMS™) can predict injuries in amateur rugby players. Twenty healthy adult players from Normandy were tested at the start and end of the season, and their injuries were tracked. The goal was to see if a low FMS™ score c…

This study tested a program that teaches low-income caregivers how to better supervise their young children (ages 3-4) to prevent injuries. 89 caregivers took part, with half receiving the training plus usual services and half receiving only usual services. Researchers measured s…

This study tested whether giving nerve pain medications pregabalin or gabapentin alongside standard opioids could lower the amount of opioids needed by adults hospitalized with orthopedic injuries. 109 participants were randomly assigned to receive one of the two add-on drugs. Th…

This study tested whether a digital symptom checker could work as well as a traditional phone call for guiding patients to the right level of care. Researchers planned to include 120 adults from a primary care center, but only 22 took part. The main goal was to see if a larger tr…

This completed study looked at hand and wrist injuries in professional hockey players in the Swedish Hockey League over three seasons. Researchers analyzed injury data from about 2,300 games to understand what types of injuries happen, when they occur, and which players are most …

This study looked at whether grip strength is linked to performance in professional hockey players. Nineteen players from Swedish leagues had their grip strength measured and compared to game stats like scoring and shooting accuracy. The goal is to see if grip strength could be a…

This study looked at whether a blended learning approach (online plus in-person) for first aid training helps adults in Rwanda learn and act better than traditional face-to-face classes or no training at all. Over 500 adults were randomly assigned to one of three groups. Research…

This study looked at how a dose of caffeine (6mg per kg of body weight) affects the way healthy adults perform exercises like running, squatting, and jumping, both when fresh and when tired. Researchers measured angles, forces, and timing to see if caffeine changes movement techn…