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Tanva James

ACL Injuries in Female Athletes

Biography

I am passionate about women’s studies and driven to create meaningful change wherever I go. When I’m not advocating for equality, you’ll find me catching up on soccer (football) games. I’m excited to dive into basketball this year—getting myself prepared for the Toronto Tempos! As an outgoing individual, my years in communications have helped me build the confidence and bravery to share my voice and connect with others.

Details of Project

Non-contact ACL injuries are just one of many injuries that pose a higher risk to female athletes. My focus on ACL injuries stems from their prevalence in sports. To gather quantitative data, I conducted interviews with athletes and an athletic therapist, alongside analyzing the limited existing studies. My research identified key risk factors, with anatomical differences, hormonal influences, and training exposure being the most significant. Despite these findings, there is a notable gap in preventative measures within the research. Strength training, especially targeting knee stability and landing mechanics, has shown promise in reducing the risk of non-contact ACL tears. This research aims to raise awareness of this gap and advocate for changes within the sports industry to create a safer and more equitable future for women’s sports.

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