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Mental health issues and psychological factors in athletes: detection, management, effect on performance and prevention: American Medical Society for Sports Medicine Position Statement-Executive Summary
Mental health issues and psychological factors in athletes: detection, management, effect on performance and prevention: American Medical Society for Sports Medicine Position Statement-Executive Summary
Do Healthy Ankles Need Mobilizing?
A single bout of ankle joint mobilization with movement did not improve dorsiflexion range of motion or strength among healthy individuals; however, it may improve postural control.
Position Statement: Exercise Guidelines to Increase Peak Bone Mass in Adolescents
Position Statement: Exercise Guidelines to Increase Peak Bone Mass in Adolescents
Early ACL Reconstruction may Protect the Meniscus After an ACL Rupture
A person who received an early anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction was less likely to have medial meniscal damage at 5 years after surgery than someone who received an option for a delayed reconstruction.
Best Exercise Approaches for Low Back Pain May Depend on Your Goals
A clinician may want to select the type of exercise for a person with non-specific chronic low back pain based on that patient’s goals (e.g., improved pain, function, or mental health).
Top Sports Medicine Research Posts of 2019
The 5 most popular Sports Medicine Research posts from 2019.
Intravenous fluids and their use in sport: A position statement from the Australian Institute of Sport
Intravenous fluids and their use in sport: A position statement from the Australian Institute of Sport
Sport-Specific Risk Factors for Overuse Injuries
Sports specialization and not following the youth sport participation recommendations may increase the chance of overuse injuries in soccer and volleyball.
Patient-led goal setting is superior to standardized exercise programs when treating chronic low back pain
People with chronic low back pain who decided on treatment goals and actions with help from a clinician had better outcomes than people who received standardized advice to exercise.