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Date of Award
Spring 2025
Degree Name
Master of Medical Science (Physician Assistant)
Department
Physician Assistant; College of Health Sciences
First Advisor
Jaime Shaffer, PA-C
Abstract
Stress fractures are a common bone stress injury for female athletes and military recruits. They are closely linked to the female athlete triad which consists of low energy availability, menstrual dysfunction, and low bone mineral density. Currently screening and prophylactic treatments are being implemented and developed to aid in the prevention of stress fractures. This article aims to analyze the pathophysiology, screening, prevention, and management of stress fractures and provide recommendations for clinical application.
Recommended Citation
Olinski, Tarisa, "Stress Fractures in Female Athletes: A Comprehensive Review of Risk and Prevention" (2025). Capstone Showcase. 25.
https://scholarworks.arcadia.edu/showcase/2025/pa/25
Stress Fractures in Female Athletes: A Comprehensive Review of Risk and Prevention
Stress fractures are a common bone stress injury for female athletes and military recruits. They are closely linked to the female athlete triad which consists of low energy availability, menstrual dysfunction, and low bone mineral density. Currently screening and prophylactic treatments are being implemented and developed to aid in the prevention of stress fractures. This article aims to analyze the pathophysiology, screening, prevention, and management of stress fractures and provide recommendations for clinical application.