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The college athlete
Dilip R Patel1, Donald E Greydanus, Eugene F Luckstead
1Michigan State University, Kalamazoo Center for Medical Studies, 1000 Oakland Drive, Kalamazoo, MI 49008, USA. patel@kcms.msu.edu
Pediatric Clinics of North America
|March 8, 2005
Summary
College student athletes face various health concerns, including sudden cardiac death and concussions. Preparticipation evaluations are crucial for identifying risks and ensuring student athlete well-being.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Student Health
- Athletic Training
Background:
- Student athletes participate in sports at various experience levels.
- Campus health centers are the primary medical care providers for students.
- Preparticipation evaluations are key for assessing athlete health and injury risk.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review common sports-related health issues in college student athletes.
- To highlight the importance of preparticipation evaluations.
- To discuss sudden cardiac death and sports-associated concussions.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of sports medicine topics relevant to college athletes.
- Focus on conditions commonly managed by student health centers.
- Inclusion of sudden cardiac death, concussions, and other injuries.
Main Results:
- Student athletes present diverse medical needs.
- Preparticipation evaluations can identify potential health risks.
- Common concerns include concussions, cardiac events, and musculoskeletal injuries.
Conclusions:
- Campus health centers play a vital role in student athlete care.
- Comprehensive preparticipation evaluations are essential for injury prevention.
- Addressing sports-related health issues is critical for collegiate athletic programs.