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¹1Primary Care Sports Medicine, Family Medicine, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA; and 2Family Medicine, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA.

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Sports participation for physically challenged athletes is growing. Medical teams need specialized knowledge of unique risks and preparation for adaptive equipment to ensure athlete safety.

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Area of Science:

Sports Medicine
Disability Sports
Adaptive Athletics

Background:

Participation in adaptive sports is expanding across all levels, including elite competitions like the Paralympics.
Physically challenged athletes encompass diverse disabilities (e.g., visual impairments, spinal cord injuries, amputations, cerebral palsy) with varying functional abilities.

Purpose of the Study:

To highlight the unique medical considerations and preparation requirements for medical teams supporting physically challenged athletes.
To inform medical professionals about potential health risks and necessary logistical adjustments for adaptive sports events.

Main Methods:

Review of common medical conditions and injuries in athletes with disabilities.
Identification of specific risks pertinent to various physical challenges.
Outline of essential medical team preparations for adaptive sports events.

Main Results:

Medical risks for athletes with disabilities are similar to able-bodied athletes but include unique concerns like skin breakdown, thermoregulation issues, autonomic dysreflexia, and prosthetic/orthotic challenges.
Effective medical support requires specialized supplies, accessible facilities, and emergency protocols for adaptive equipment.

Conclusions:

Medical teams must be educated on the specific risks associated with physically challenged athletes.
Thorough preparation, including equipment and access considerations, is crucial for safe and effective medical care in adaptive sports.