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Damien J Lazar1, Jonathan D Lichtenstein2, David J Tybor1
1Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, Massachusetts, USA.
Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine
|March 20, 2018
Summary
Concussions are common in Ultimate Frisbee, with many players experiencing multiple head injuries. Improved concussion education and management are crucial for athlete safety in this popular sport.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Epidemiology
- Neurology
Background:
- Ultimate Frisbee is a rapidly growing sport with over 4 million participants nationwide.
- Existing research on ultimate injuries has not specifically addressed concussion prevalence or player knowledge.
- Concussions represent a significant, understudied injury risk in ultimate athletes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the lifetime prevalence of concussions among ultimate Frisbee players.
- To evaluate ultimate athletes' understanding of concussions.
- To assess concussion management behaviors within the ultimate community.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive epidemiology study design was employed.
- An anonymous web-based survey, the Concussion in Ultimate Frisbee Survey, was administered from June to November 2015.
- Data were collected from a convenience sample of 787 male and female ultimate players across the United States.
Main Results:
- Approximately 25% of male and female players reported at least one concussion from playing ultimate.
- A significant proportion of injured players (over 43%) reported multiple concussions.
- While most players intended to remove themselves from play, a substantial percentage (37-46%) returned to play in the same game or practice.
Conclusions:
- Concussions appear to be prevalent in competitive ultimate Frisbee.
- There is a clear need for enhanced concussion education and management strategies for ultimate athletes.
- This study provides foundational data for future research and interventions to improve player safety.
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