From injury to comeback: A systematic review of machine learning models predicting return to sport in athletes

Machine learning techniques demonstrate promising potential for predicting RTS in athletes. Nevertheless, substantial heterogeneity across studies-particularly in RTS definitions, feature selection, and model development which limits the generalizability and clinical applicability of current models.

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Digital Health
Published
2026-01-01
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https://doi.org/10.1177/20552076251408523
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Sports injuries and prevention
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From injury to comeback: A systematic review of machine learning models predicting return to sport in athletes

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From injury to comeback: A systematic review of machine learning models predicting return to sport in athletes

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Abstract

Machine learning techniques demonstrate promising potential for predicting RTS in athletes. Nevertheless, substantial heterogeneity across studies-particularly in RTS definitions, feature selection, and model development which limits the generalizability and clinical applicability of current models.

Digital HealthVol. 12
Harbin University (CN), Harbin Institute of Technology (CN), Anhui Polytechnic University (CN)
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Openalex Percentile: Top 96%
Sports injuries and prevention
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