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2 weeks ago
Snowboarding

The Ski Racer Who Wasn't as Lucky as Lindsey Vonn: Matthias Lanzinger's Story - SnowBrains

fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago
Skiing

Lindsey Vonn says she suffered 'complex tibia fracture' in her Olympic downhill crash

Lindsey Vonn suffered a complex tibia fracture in an Olympic downhill crash requiring multiple surgeries; she says her ACL tear did not cause the crash.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
World news

She's a grown woman': skiers defend Lindsey Vonn's decision to race despite crash

Lindsey Vonn raced the Olympic downhill with a ruptured ACL, crashed, fractured her leg and was airlifted, while teammates defended her decision.
fromSnowBrains
2 weeks ago
Snowboarding

The Ski Racer Who Wasn't as Lucky as Lindsey Vonn: Matthias Lanzinger's Story - SnowBrains

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fromSnowBrains
5 months ago

Ski Injury Hotspots: The Body Parts Taking the Biggest Beating on the Mountain - SnowBrains

The very components that make skiing so exhilarating also contribute to its high risk of injury. Exceptional speeds, unpredictable terrain, extended airtime, and the sheer forces placed on the body put every skier at risk. Injuries result from falls, collisions, awkward rotations, and countless other scenarios. But which body parts are most vulnerable, and how can this knowledge help us make smarter decisions on the mountain? The rewards of skiing are undeniable, but so are its risks.
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