A displaced femoral neck stress fracture in an amenorrheic adolescent female runner. Academic Article uri icon

Overview

abstract

  • This case demonstrates the potential serious consequences of the female athlete triad and its effects on bone. Displaced femoral neck stress fractures cause significant morbidity, and this case highlights the preventable nature of this injury. The treatment was focused on improving low energy availability, and, although challenging, improvements were made. This injury could have been prevented if the signs and symptoms of her injury had been addressed and there had been better knowledge of her risk factors. This case highlights the need for further education in the sports and health communities.

publication date

  • July 1, 2012

Identity

PubMed Central ID

  • PMC3435922

Scopus Document Identifier

  • 84863314351

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

  • 10.1177/1941738111429929

PubMed ID

  • 23016107

Additional Document Info

volume

  • 4

issue

  • 4