American football is the most popular sport in the United States, with over 5.6 million people >6 years old playing the sport. Fractures in American football athletes are significant, as they compromise an athlete's performance and can also lead to prolonged recovery periods, affecting team dynamics and player careers. Analyzing these injuries is critical to evaluate preventive measures and tailor rehabilitation strategies to ensure the well-being and sustained peak performance of football athletes on and off the field.
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