2. Injuries

3. Introduction to Sports Medicine
Unit One:
Sports Medicine- The Multidisciplinary Approach to Athletic Health Care

4. Sports Medicine Multidisciplinary approach to health care
The study and application of scientific and medical knowledge to aspects of exercise and athletics
Specialists elicit help from many different disciplines
The aim is to promote health and fitness, while preventing, treating, & rehabilitating injury.
Developed into a recognized field in the early twentieth century

5. Sports Medicine (cont’d.)
History of sports medicine
American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
Founded in 1954
Athletes require broadly trained physician when first dealing with injury
“Sports medicine specialists”
goal national health and fitness
grown to include lots of different professions
promotes idea that athletes need a trained physician as soon as possible

6. Sports Medicine (cont’d.)
Sports medicine today
Focuses on physical performance and body condition
If a person aims to stay in shape, strenuous exercise and athletic participation is necessary
Comprised of all ages and both sexes
Americans & people around the world are involved in exercise today, young, old, men & women = increase risk of injury. Why?
Athletes today = $$$ Injuries = NO $$$

7. Sports Medicine (cont’d.)
Sports medicine today (cont’d.)
Modern competitive sports have gone above and beyond past athletic activities
Business value
Strength of athletes
Level of importance placed on success

8. Professions Associated with Sports Medicine
Certified athletic trainers use a team approach for treatment:
Health professionals involved include:
School nurse
Family physician
Chiropractor
Specialists

9. Professions (cont’d.) Team physicians Family physicians
Refer athletes back to family physicians for primary care
Monitor progress
Family physicians
Have complete medical history
Supervise long-term care

10. Professions (cont’d.) Physician assistant (PA)
Provide diagnostic and therapeutic patient care
Patient histories, physical examinations, order laboratory and diagnostic studies, and develop treatment plans
Physical therapists (PT)
Specialized areas
Work in a variety of settings

11. Professions (cont’d.) Physical therapy assistant (PTA) Chiropractor
Works PT to provide patient care
Assists in developing and modifying treatment plans and documenting progress
Chiropractor
Conservative management of neuromusculoskeletal disorders & functional clinical conditions
Spinal manipulation

12. Professions (cont’d.) Massage therapist
Work with physicians, nurses, and physical therapists
Promote health and healing and help manage stress

13. Professions (cont’d.)
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist/Personal Trainer
Specialized fitness instructors
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
National Strength and Conditioning Association Certified Personal Trainer (NSCA-CPT)
American Council on Exercise (ACE)
National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)

14. Professions (cont’d.) Sports nutritionist Sports psychologist
Design special diets that allow the athlete to achieve their best results in athletic events
Sports psychologist
Well versed in athletics, motivation, and performance
Use goal setting and imagery

15. Professions (cont’d.)
The role of coaches in the athlete’s circle of care
Teaches and directs activities
Teaches how to compete without injury
Refers athletes to the certified athletic trainer or family physician as soon as an injury occurs

16. Professions (cont’d.)
The role of parents in the athlete’s circle of care
Good communication is helpful if an injury occurs
Should teach athletes to distinguish between discomfort and the pain of injury
Proper nutrition and conditioning should be discussed

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Professions (cont’d.)
Certified Athletic Trainers
Athletic Trainers vs Personal Trainers
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18. Athlete’s Circle of Care
Sports Medicine Specialist
Nutritionist
PERSONAL FAMILY DOCTOR
ATHLETIC TRAINING STAFF
Sports Psychologist
COACHING STAFF
Physical Therapist
ATHLETE
Massage Therapist
Personal Fitness Trainer
PARENTS
School Nurse
Chiropractor

20. The Role of Health Care Providers in the Athlete’s Circle of Care
The primary role of the health care providers involved in the care of athletes is to promote lifelong fitness and wellness, and to encourage prevention of illness and injury.

21. Conclusion
Sports and exercise have been a part of culture since long before the first Olympic Games in ancient Greece
Today’s athletes range in age
Athletes require specialized care that addresses a variety of different concerns
Best rendered by a variety of specialists