Gwyneth C. Maloy

Oral Contraceptive Use Has Protective Effect Against Ankle Sprains in Women

Background: Ankle sprain (AS) is among the most common musculoskeletal injury, particularly in women. Hormonal fluctuations during the menstrual cycle may contribute to this sex disparity by affecting ligamentous laxity and muscle stiffness. While oral contraceptive pills (OCPs)...