Common Orthopaedic Injuries in CrossFit Athletes

doi:10.5435/JAAOS-D-22-01219

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Common Orthopaedic Injuries in CrossFit Athletes

Published May 5, 2023 · S. Shim, Jamie E. Confino, Danica D. Vance

Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

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Abstract

CrossFit is a high-intensity exercise program that has gained popularity over the past few decades. CrossFit combines movements from Olympic weight lifting, gymnastics, powerlifting, and high-intensity interval training. As CrossFit continues to expand, knowledge of the associated orthopaedic injuries to aid providers in diagnosis, treatment, and prevention will be increasingly important. The most common CrossFit injuries occur in the shoulder (25% of all injuries), spine (14%), and knee (13%). Male athletes are markedly more likely to experience injuries than female athletes, and injuries occur markedly less when there is supervised coaching of the athletes. The most common causes of injury in CrossFit include improper form and exacerbation of a prior injury. The purpose of this article was to review the literature to aid clinicians in identifying and treating common orthopaedic injuries in CrossFit athletes. Understanding the injury patterns, treatment, and prevention options is important for a successful recovery and return to sport.

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Study Snapshot

CrossFit injuries are most common in the shoulder (25%), spine (14%), and knee (13%), with male athletes more likely to experience injuries, and injuries occurring less with supervised coaching.

PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)

Sample size24

MethodsObservational

OutcomesBody Mass Index projections

ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.

Common Orthopaedic Injuries in CrossFit Athletes

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