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Leg injuries and shin guards

B P Boden1

  • 1Department of Surgery, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda, Maryland, USA.

Clinics in Sports Medicine
|January 29, 1999
PubMed
Summary

Soccer players face a high risk of leg injuries, including tibia and fibula fractures. The effectiveness of mandatory shin guards in preventing these severe fractures requires further investigation.

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Area of Science:

  • Sports Medicine
  • Biomechanics
  • Orthopedic Surgery

Background:

  • Soccer players are susceptible to lower extremity soft-tissue injuries.
  • Tibia and fibula fractures are serious potential injuries in soccer.
  • The incidence of these fractures in soccer is currently unknown.

Observation:

  • Shin guards are the sole mandatory protective equipment in international and collegiate soccer.
  • The protective capabilities of shin guards have been minimally studied.
  • Shin guards are presumed effective against abrasions and contusions.

Findings:

  • The role of shin guards in preventing tibia and fibula fractures remains undetermined.
  • Limited research exists on the biomechanical properties and clinical effectiveness of shin guards.

Implications:

  • Further research into shin guard effectiveness is crucial for injury prevention in soccer.
  • Understanding shin guard biomechanics can inform the development of better protective equipment.
  • Reducing fracture rates can improve player safety and longevity in soccer.

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