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Ben Hur Soares1, Rudy José Nodari Júnior2, Estélio Henrique Martin Dantas3
1Institut of Helht, University of Passo Fundo, Passo Fundo 99052-900, Brazil.
Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology
|October 24, 2025
Summary
Specific fingerprint patterns, like the spiral whorl, are linked to a higher risk of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries in male futsal athletes. Dermatoglyphics may help predict ACL injury predisposition.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Human Genetics
- Biomechanics
Background:
- Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries pose a significant risk to futsal athletes.
- Identifying predisposing factors is essential for effective injury prevention strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the association between dermatoglyphic markers and ACL injury risk in male futsal players.
- To determine if fingerprint patterns can serve as indicators for ACL injury predisposition.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective case-control study involving 212 former male futsal athletes.
- Analysis of fingerprint patterns (arches, loops, whorls) and quantitative line counts.
- Statistical analysis using chi-square tests and log-linear regression.
Main Results:
- No significant differences in quantitative fingerprint line counts were observed between injury and control groups.
- A significant association was found between the spiral whorl pattern and ACL injury.
- The spiral whorl pattern on specific fingers was more frequent in athletes with a history of ACL injury (OR = 2.028).
Conclusions:
- Specific dermatoglyphic patterns, particularly the spiral whorl, may indicate a biological predisposition to ACL injuries in futsal athletes.
- Dermatoglyphics could potentially be incorporated into multifactorial risk assessment models for ACL injuries in futsal.
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