Table 3 Fractures and head injuries caused by falls, n (%)
Sedentary controls n = 84 | Recreational gymnasts n = 103 | Total n = 187 | |
|---|---|---|---|
Hip/pelvic area | 6 (7.1) | 6 (4.6) | 12 (6.4) |
Upper limb (wrist and humerus) | 15 (17.9) | 33 (32.0) | 48 (25.7) |
Lower limb (tibia, fibula, ankle) | 2 (2.4) | 7 (6.8) | 9 (4.8) |
Spine | 5 (5.9) | 5 (4.9) | 10 (5.3) |
Clavicle and rib | 3 (3.6) | 2 (1.9) | 5 (4.9) |
Metacarpals and Phalanges | 3 (3.6) | 6 (5.8) | 9 (4.8) |
Metatarsals and toe bones | 1 (1.2) | 0 | 1 (0.5) |
Facial bones | 1 (1.2) | 1 (1.0) | 2 (1.1) |
Head injuries (including swellings and bruises) | 28 (33.3) | 31 (30.1) | 59 (31.6) |