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    A high prevalence of locomotor abnormalities was found in healthy medical students. This highlights the importance of thorough physical examinations for selecting control groups in research studies.

    Area of Science:

    • Orthopedics
    • Physical Medicine
    • Medical Education

    Background:

    • Locomotor abnormalities can affect individuals across various age groups.
    • Defining a 'normal' or 'healthy' population is crucial for clinical research.
    • Prevalence studies are essential for understanding the baseline of musculoskeletal health.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To determine the prevalence of locomotor abnormalities in a cohort of medical students.
    • To assess the diversity of congenital, developmental, and acquired musculoskeletal conditions.
    • To emphasize the significance of physical examinations in research subject selection.

    Main Methods:

    • Comprehensive locomotor physical examinations were conducted on 123 medical students.
    • Data collection focused on identifying and categorizing abnormalities.

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  • Statistical analysis was performed to determine prevalence rates.

    • Main Results:

    • 69.1% of students exhibited 1 to 7 distinct locomotor abnormalities.
    • Over 30 different types of abnormalities were identified.
    • The findings indicate a substantial prevalence in this seemingly healthy population.

    Conclusions:

    • There is a high prevalence of previously unrecognized locomotor abnormalities in a 'normal' population.
    • Routine physical and historical examinations are vital for selecting appropriate control subjects in clinical studies.
    • This underscores the need for careful screening to ensure study validity.