Epidemiology of chronic ankle problems in the community dataset

The epidemiology of chronic ankle problems in the community dataset is the output of an epidemiological study conducted in NSW. A random sample of participants from NSW were recruited in order to measure the occurance rate of ankle injury in the community, and measure the impact of the those injuries on people's lives. Data was collected by telephone interview. Information regarding participants' history of injury and/or impairment, and the impact on their health and lifestyle was recorded. Transcripts were analysed using text files, SPSS and excel. The analysed data was coded and de-identified in order to enable sharing and re-use. For further information please refer to the associated publications.