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March 3, 2026
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The impact of isolated ACL and MCL injuries on career longevity and performance metrics in elite rugby union players
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Jared Rubin
NYU Langone Health
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Alexander Tham
NYU Langone Health
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R Rutherford
NYU Langone Health
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Isolated ACL or MCL injuries substantially decrease performance metrics, affecting player careers.
Players with ACL injuries showed a 30% reduction in performance scores over two seasons.
This analysis examined injury impact in elite rugby players across multiple seasons.
Findings highlight the need for enhanced injury prevention strategies in rugby to preserve athlete careers.
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https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jor.2026.02.051
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