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. 1988 Jul;16(7):123-5.
doi: 10.1080/00913847.1988.11709559.

Study: Breakaway Bases Would Cut Sliding Injuries

M Duda

Study: Breakaway Bases Would Cut Sliding Injuries

M Duda. Phys Sportsmed. 1988 Jul.

Abstract

Softball players who slide into stationary bases may incur injuries such as sprains and fractures. Researchers say that some of those injuries may be prevented if teams use a base that releases upon contact.

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