TABLE 8.
Injuries Associated With the Greatest Time Loss
| Position and Injury | Total Days Absent | Days Absent/1000 Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Forwards | ||
| Anterior cruciate ligament | 568 | 634 |
| Shoulder dislocation/instability | 290 | 324 |
| Lower limb fracture/dislocations | 227 | 253 |
| Rotator cuff injury | 210 | 234 |
| Medial collateral ligament | 167 | 186 |
| Ankle sprain | 76 | 85 |
| Concussion | 62 | 69 |
| Backs | ||
| Lower limb fracture/dislocations | 471 | 601 |
| Shoulder dislocation/instability | 367 | 468 |
| Posterior cruciate ligament | 236 | 301 |
| Facial/jaw fractures | 188 | 240 |
| Ankle sprain | 161 | 205 |
| Ankle osteochondral/joint injury | 116 | 148 |
| Hamstring strain | 109 | 139 |