An insidious rectus abdominis muscle injury in an elite volleyball player: a case report

Autor: Federico Giarda, Diego Contro, Maurizio Fasano, Mirko Poli, Maurizio Giacchino
Jazyk: angličtina
Rok vydání: 2024
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Zdroj: Journal of Medical Case Reports, Vol 18, Iss 1, Pp 1-5 (2024)
Druh dokumentu: article
ISSN: 1752-1947
DOI: 10.1186/s13256-023-04299-w
Popis: Abstract Background Structural muscle injuries are characterized by acute and localized onset of pain. Abdominal muscle injuries are an insidious pathology in overhead athletes. However, only a few cases are reported in literature related to volleyball players, where clinical presentation may not have reflected the severity of the lesion. Case presentation An elite volleyball player, a 21-year-old Caucasian female, reported the onset of mild abdominal muscular pain, confirmed on clinical evaluation findings and self-reported symptoms. Abdominal muscle ultrasound was performed following 2 weeks of continuing symptoms. This evidenced a more serious structural muscle injury of the rectus abdominis (type 3b). Having this correct diagnosis allowed a personalized rehabilitation program to be instituted to enable a safe return to play. Conclusion In presence of persistent abdominal muscle pain, even if mild, the possibility of a structural muscle injury must be considered. Clinical evaluation must be complemented by an instrumental evaluation including an ultrasound by an experienced operator for correct diagnosis and the setting of functional recovery related to biological healing.
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