Epidemiology of tendon and ligament injuries in Aotearoa/New Zealand between 2010 and 2016.

ABSTRACT: BACKGROUND:Injuries to tendons and ligaments make up a large portion of musculoskeletal injuries, and contribute to significant morbidity and healthcare costs. However, there is currently a poor understanding of the burden of these injuries at a population level. The purpose of this study was to quantify the burden and distribution of tendon and ligament injuries in the Aotearoa/New Zealand population. METHODS:Using the Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC, a no fault comprehensive compensation scheme encompassing all of Aotearoa/New Zealand; population in 2013 4.4 million) database, data specific to tendon and ligament injuries were identified between July 2010 and June 2016. The total number of claims made and the total cost of these claims per financial year were analyzed. Injuries we

SUBMITTER: Clark ST 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7008565 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature