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By Elizabeth Quinn, About.com Guide to Sports Medicine since 1998

Common Misdiagnosed Sports Injuries

Thursday January 1, 1970
Athletes often get used to feeling little aches and pains on occasion, but some minor discomfort may actually be a more serious injury. There are several injuries that are frequently overlooked or misdiagnosed.

The 5 most missed sports injuries include:

  1. Concussion
  2. Achilles Tendon Rupture
  3. Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injuries
  4. Scaphoid Fracture
  5. Stress Fractures

How do you tell if you injury is serious?
Learn the Sports Injury Warning Signs.

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