Preparticipation Physical Evaluation (PPPE) • History and physical examination, with additional testing as indicated, is performed before participation in sport that meets several objectives and is one of the most…
General Considerations Definitions Physically challenged: combines all groups of athletes competing in international competitions such as Paralympics; such athletes have an impairment that limits their ability to participate in athletic…
General Considerations Demographics • It is widely accepted that the average life expectancy continues to increase; as it does, the proportion of older adults in the population also increases. •…
General Principles • A pediatric athlete can be any child or adolescent usually under the age of 18 years who participates regularly in sports activities. • Understanding physical and physiologic…
Exercise Physiology • Exercise can be defined as “bodily exertion, especially for the sake of training, recreation, or fitness.” • Science of processes and mechanisms of skeletal muscle contraction and…
Introduction • Wilderness sports differ from traditional sports in several ways. • Participation levels of athletes may vary: professional, sponsored, and paid athletes; athletic individuals and adventurers; and intermittent recreational…
History of Women in Sports • Throughout history, women have participated in sports at much lower rates than men. • The Modern Olympics was first held in 1896; in the…
Overview The pharmacology of pain management in the athletic arena can be a critical component in returning an athlete to play. Several options exist, and choosing an appropriate intervention should…
Role of Nutrition in Athletic Performance • Exercise training and genetic makeup are major determinants of athletic performance. • A healthy diet will not substitute for either factor, but making…
General Considerations ( Box 15.1 ) Availability • Being a team physician requires a tremendous time commitment. • Must have a sincere desire to care for athletes and allow their…
