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Fieldside management of athletic injuries.

J B Tucker, J T Marron

    American Family Physician
    |August 1, 1986
    PubMed
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    Athletic events, especially contact sports like football, require on-site physicians for managing potential injuries. Beyond orthopedic issues, risks include serious damage to the larynx, abdomen, eyes, and teeth.

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    Area of Science:

    • Sports Medicine
    • Emergency Medicine
    • Athletic Training

    Background:

    • Athletic events carry inherent risks of significant injury.
    • Contact sports, such as football, present a higher potential for severe trauma.
    • Injuries can extend beyond orthopedic concerns to vital organs and structures.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To emphasize the necessity of specialized medical personnel at high-risk athletic events.
    • To highlight the range of potential injuries beyond musculoskeletal trauma.
    • To inform event organizers and medical professionals about comprehensive injury risks.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of injury patterns in contact sports.
    • Analysis of potential non-orthopedic injuries.
    • Assessment of medical coverage requirements for athletic events.

    Main Results:

    • Contact sports like football have a notable risk of severe injuries.
    • Non-orthopedic injuries to the larynx, abdomen, eyes, and teeth are significant concerns.
    • Presence of a physician trained in sports injury management is crucial.

    Conclusions:

    • Medical professionals specializing in sports injuries should be present at athletic events with high injury potential.
    • Comprehensive medical coverage must address both orthopedic and non-orthopedic trauma.
    • Proactive medical planning is essential for athlete safety in contact sports.

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