Subradiographic Foot and Ankle Fractures and Bone Contusions Detected by MRI in Elite Ice Hockey Players

Conclusion:
MRI can show severe bone injuries that are not visible radiographically in ice hockey players. Most fractures and high-grade contusions involve the medial ankle and midfoot bones, can be caused by direct blows from the puck, and are associated with prolonged recovery times.

Source: The American Journal of Sports Medicine - May 1, 2016 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: Baker, J. C., Hoover, E. G., Hillen, T. J., Smith, M. V., Wright, R. W., Rubin, D. A. Tags: Ankle, Foot, General sports trauma, Imaging, magnetic resonance, Ice hockey Foot, Ankle, and Leg Source Type: research