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High-demand sports frequently cause muscle injuries, yet scientific literature lacks treatment guidelines. The Italian Society of Muscles, Ligaments and Tendons (ISMuLT) aims to fill this gap with its multidisciplinary approach.

Keywords:
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  • Sports Medicine
  • Orthopedics
  • Musculoskeletal Research

Background:

  • Muscle injuries are a common occurrence in athletes participating in high-demand sports.
  • Current scientific literature lacks comprehensive guidelines for managing these injuries.
  • This deficit impacts effective treatment and athlete recovery protocols.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To address the absence of established guidelines for muscle injuries in high-demand sports.
  • To provide a foundational framework for the multidisciplinary management of muscle injuries.
  • To leverage the expertise of the Italian Society of Muscles, Ligaments and Tendons (ISMuLT) in this domain.

Main Methods:

  • A comprehensive review of existing literature on muscle injuries and sports medicine.
  • Consensus-building among multidisciplinary experts within ISMuLT.
  • Development of evidence-based recommendations and best practices.

Main Results:

  • Identification of key challenges and gaps in current muscle injury management.
  • Proposal of a structured approach to diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation.
  • Emphasis on the importance of a multidisciplinary team in optimizing outcomes.

Conclusions:

  • The establishment of clear guidelines is crucial for improving the care of athletes with muscle injuries.
  • ISMuLT's initiative provides a vital resource to bridge the current knowledge gap.
  • This work sets the stage for future research and standardized clinical practice in sports-related muscle injuries.