Definitions and Pathophysiology The ability to form a clot after injury prevents life-threatening bleeding. Clotting at improper sites (thrombosis) or clots that migrate (emboli) can block vessels and lead to…
Athletic activities and the competitive sports environment present the athlete with unique exposures and risks for infectious diseases. Infections in athletes pose a significant public health concern because of a…
Definition Diabetes mellitus is a disorder of glucose metabolism that affects millions of athletes of all types around the world. It is caused by either an absolute (type 1 diabetes)…
History Arthroscopic surgery originated in the early twentieth century when existing equipment was adapted for intraarticular use. During the subsequent century, and particularly in the past 30 years, arthroscopy has…
Athletic performance depends on proper functioning of the blood. From problems with the oxygen-carrying function of red blood cells to the prevention of bleeding by the hemostatic system, many hematologic…
Definition and Prevalence Exercise-induced bronchospasm (EIB) describes acute, transient airway narrowing that occurs during and most often after exercise. EIB is characterized by symptoms of cough, wheezing, or chest tightness…
The use of methods for human motion capture in clinical environments is motivated by the need to understand normal and pathologic movement. Restoration of function is the goal of most…
Gastrointestinal (GI) conditions in athletes and active persons are common and are seen frequently by sports medicine care providers. Despite the myriad benefits that result from high- level physical activity,…
Athletics is a “culture” that is flourishing worldwide. The roots of peak athletic performance and success, especially during close contests, are embedded in the optimal health of athletes. Most universities…
The unique aspects of many sports result in patterns of injury that are different than those of the general athletic population. It is often instructive for sports and exercise medicine…
