Quantifying Injury Burden in High School Track & Field Athletes

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This abstract used a new type of calculation to determine the burden T&F injuries impose during the season. By counting the number of days injuries limited or prohibited athlete participation we are better able to understand the toll injuries have on athletes, coaches, and teams. This abstract was presented at the 2026 American Physical Therapy Association Combined Sections Meeting in Anaheim, CA.