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Comparative Analysis of Lower Limb Kinematics between the Initial and Terminal Phase of 5km Treadmill Running

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Published on: July 17, 2020

Lower limb injuries arising from motorcycle crashes.

J N Kortor¹, W Yinusa, M E Ugbeye

¹College of Health Sciences, Department of Surgery, Benue State University, Makurdi. aluetse@yahoo.co.uk

Nigerian Journal of Medicine : Journal of the National Association of Resident Doctors of Nigeria

|April 30, 2011

Summary

Motorcycle accidents frequently cause lower limb injuries, with fractures, especially of the tibial shaft, being most common. Joint stiffness is the most frequent complication following treatment.

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Comparative Analysis of Lower Limb Kinematics between the Initial and Terminal Phase of 5km Treadmill Running

Comparative Analysis of Lower Limb Kinematics between the Initial and Terminal Phase of 5km Treadmill Running

Published on: July 17, 2020

Area of Science:

Orthopedics
Trauma Surgery
Public Health

Background:

Motorcycle accidents are a significant cause of road traffic injuries globally.
Lower limb injuries are a common consequence of these accidents.

Purpose of the Study:

To analyze the pattern and characteristics of lower limb injuries from motorcycle accidents.
To evaluate the early treatment outcomes for these injuries.

Main Methods:

Retrospective review of 429 motorcycle accident victims over one year.
Detailed injury assessment including site, nature, and type.
Follow-up for clinical and radiological assessment, and functional outcome.

Main Results:

Lower limb injuries occurred in 55.5% of victims.
Fractures were the most common injury (73.4%), predominantly closed tibial shaft fractures.
Joint stiffness was the most common post-treatment complication.

Conclusions:

Lower limb injuries are the most prevalent injuries in motorcycle accident victims.
Tibial shaft fractures are the most frequent type and location of injury.
Understanding injury patterns aids in targeted prevention and treatment strategies.