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Athletes Wait Too Long to Report Injuries.
The Physician and Sportsmedicine
|December 22, 2017
Summary
Nearly half of amateur athletes in Canada delay seeking medical attention for injuries by five days or more. This study highlights potential barriers to timely sports injury care for amateur athletes.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Athletic Training
- Public Health
Background:
- Amateur athletes often sustain injuries that can impact performance and long-term health.
- Timely medical evaluation is crucial for effective injury management and recovery.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the time delay between injury occurrence and physician consultation among Canadian amateur athletes.
Main Methods:
- A survey was conducted among 450 amateur athletes in Canada.
- Data collected included the time elapsed between sustaining an injury and seeking professional medical advice.
Main Results:
- Almost 50% of surveyed athletes reported waiting five days or longer to consult a physician after an injury.
- This indicates a significant delay in seeking professional medical care within this population.
Conclusions:
- A substantial proportion of amateur athletes experience prolonged delays in accessing physician care for sports-related injuries.
- Further research is warranted to understand the reasons behind these delays and to develop strategies for improving timely access to care.
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