Chapter 1: Sports Medicine: The Multidisciplinary Approach to Athletic Health Care.

Chapter 1:

Sports Medicine: The Multidisciplinary Approach

to Athletic Health Care

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Sports Medicine

A multidisciplinary approach to health care for those seriously involved in exercise and sport

Health care professionals from many disciplines are involved in the care of the athlete.


Sports Medicine

First recognized as a specialty in the 20th century

American College of Sports Medicine (1954) promotes broadly trained physicians as an athlete’s first contact when treating an injury

True sports medicine specialists have training that allows them to specifically address the needs of the athlete


Sports Medicine Umbrella

Injury Prevention & Recognition

• Practice of Medicine

• Physician

• Physician Assistant

• Physical Therapy

• Physical Therapist

• Physical Therapist Asst.

• Athletic Training

Human Performance• Exercise Physiology

• Biomechanics

• Sport Psychology

• Strength & Conditioning Specialist

• Nutritionist

• Massage Therapist


Athlete’s Circle of Care

Those individuals involved in the care of the athlete– Includes sports medicine

professionals– Others associated with athletics


Team Doctor

A physician specializing in sports medicine who helps the athlete maximize function and minimize time away from the sport

Promote lifelong fitness & wellness Have 2 years additional training

through accredited subspecialty programs in sports medicine


Family Doctor

The primary physician involved in the athlete’s care

Family doctors have the athlete’s complete history and are in a better position than team doctors to supervise long-term care.

Balance of care between team and family doctors provide complete info & treatment


Physician Assistant

The physician assistant (PA) works interdependently with a physician to provide diagnostic and therapeutic care.

Provides the extension of consumer access to health services

Duties include diagnostic and therapeutic patient care

In most states, able to write prescriptions


Physical Therapist

The physical therapist (PT) is responsible for performing treatments such as therapeutic exercises, hydrotherapy, and electrotherapy.

Can also specialize in other areas: pediatrics, orthopedics, aquatic therapy, wound care, women’s health

Found in hospitals, schools, fitness facilities


Physical Therapy Assistant

The physical therapy assistant (PTA) works with physical therapists, assisting in the development of treatment plans for injured patients.

Also assist PT with treatment progression documentation & modifying treatments established by PT


Chiropractor

The chiropractor is a health specialist who provides conservative management of neuromuscular disorders and functional clinical conditions.

Spinal manipulation is used instead of drugs or surgery to promote the body’s natural healing process


Massage Therapist

The massage therapist works with physicians, nurses, and physical therapists to promote health and healing and to help manage stress.

One of oldest methods of providing relief of pain & discomfort


Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialists

A certified strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS) designs and implements safe and effective strength and conditioning programs.

Found in organized sports, colleges,sports performance centers, and some elite fitness facilities


NSCA-CPT

A National Strength and Conditioning Association Certified Personal Trainer (NSCA-CPT) designs and implements

safe and effective strength and conditioning programs for individual clients.

ACSM also certifies personal trainers and fitness instructors


Sports Nutritionist

The sports nutritionist designs special diets capable of enhancing athletic performance.

Proper diet can result in better performance.

Also instruct athletes on supplements and dietary aids


Sports Psychologist

The sports psychologist works with athletes who are recovering from serious injury, giving emotional support and helping with goal-setting and motivation.

Found in clinical settings, educational institutions, private practice, & professional sports


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.


The Role of Parents in the Athlete’s Circle of Care

Parents should maintain open communication with the athletic training staff regarding injury risk, athletic development, proper nutrition, and treatment of injuries.

Chapter 1: Sports Medicine: The Multidisciplinary Approach to Athletic Health Care.

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