When it comes to isolating which sports take the biggest toll on the body, stratifying them based on the highest number of injuries, types of injuries, and their long-term impacts is essential. However, data on overall injuries among Team USA athletes is not fully tracked by the USOPC, as different sports organizations handle such information independently.
Sports are broadly categorized into those involving direct physical contact, leading to traumatic injuries, and those testing endurance, which can result in chronic overuse problems. The information on injuries collected by the IOC during the Olympics predominantly focuses on traumatic injuries, overlooking overuse injuries that may occur before or after the Games.
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