Fractal analysis of bone texture: a screening tool for stress fracture risk?

Background  The aim of this study was to identify specific bone characteristics of stress fracture (SF) cases in sportswomen. To date, no tool is able to distinguish individuals who are at risk, limiting preventive measures.

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