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Sideline emergencies: an evidence-based approach
R Warne Fitch1, Charles L Cox, Gene A Hannah
1Vanderbilt Sports Medicine Center, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN 37232-8774, USA. robert.fitch@vanderbilt.edu
Journal of Surgical Orthopaedic Advances
|August 16, 2011
Summary
Athletic participation is rising, leading to more sports injuries and medical emergencies. This review covers catastrophic athletic injuries and evidence-based on-field management strategies for athletes.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Emergency Medicine
- Athletic Training
Background:
- Increasing participation in athletics correlates with a rise in on-field injuries and medical emergencies.
- Advancements in sports medicine necessitate updated protocols for managing athletic medical crises.
- The presence of on-site medical staff at sporting events is becoming standard practice.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the most catastrophic injuries and medical emergencies encountered in sports.
- To present the highest level of evidence for on-field management of athletic injuries and emergencies.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of catastrophic athletic injuries and medical emergencies.
- Analysis of evidence-based guidelines for on-field management.
- Synthesis of current best practices in sports medicine.
Main Results:
- Identification of critical on-field medical emergencies in sports.
- Summary of evidence-based approaches for immediate management.
- Highlighting the importance of prompt and appropriate medical intervention.
Conclusions:
- Effective on-field management of catastrophic athletic injuries is crucial.
- Evidence-based protocols enhance athlete outcomes during emergencies.
- Continuous advancement in sports medicine improves emergency care for athletes.
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