Hand Injuries in Cricketers

doi:10.1016/0266-7681(91)90180-V

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Hand Injuries in Cricketers

Published Apr 1, 1991 · P. Belliappa, N. Barton

Journal of Hand Surgery (British and European Volume)

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Cricketers sustain a high number of hand injuries, with peripheral digits and joints being most affected, and most patients recover functionally, but some experience occasional pain and swelling.

PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)

Sample size24

MethodsObservational

OutcomesBody Mass Index projections

ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.

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