Return-to-performance in elite soccer players after Achilles tendon ruptures: a study using a weighted plus/minus metric and matched-control analysis

• by Pedro Diniz, Diogo Lacerda, Bruno Mendes, Hélder Pereira, Frederico Castelo Ferreira, Gino M. M. J. Kerkhoffs

• October 18, 2023

Hormonal Birth Control Might Reduce Female Athletes’ ACL Tears

Female athletes are two to eight times more likely to tear their anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) than their male counterparts performing the same sport at the same level. They are also at greater risk for other ligament and tendon injuries, such as ankle sprains. 

• March 4, 2025

• 6 min

Considering the impact of preparticipation screening guidelines on health equity for collegiate athletes

• by Trenton Honda, Brian Downey, Deanna Kerkhof, Hung M Le, Michael McNaughton, Gianmichel Corrado

• April 9, 2024

Preparticipation cardiac screening in athletes: still a diamond in the rough?

• by Aaron Baggish

• October 14, 2025