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Study Tackles Rising ACL Injuries in Female Athletes

5/1/2025

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A groundbreaking FIFA-funded study at Kingston University is set to tackle the alarming rise of ACL injuries among female athletes. By examining hormone levels in blood samples from players, including those from Chelsea and Fulham, researchers aim to fill the gap in female-focused sports medicine and enhance injury prevention strategies for women in sports.

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A groundbreaking FIFA-funded study at Kingston University is set to tackle the alarming rise of ACL injuries among female athletes. By examining hormone levels in blood samples from players, including those from Chelsea and Fulham, researchers aim to fill the gap in female-focused sports medicine and enhance injury prevention strategies for women in sports.