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1Department of Physical Therapy and Kinesiology, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA, United States.
Handbook of Clinical Neurology
|November 29, 2018
Summary
Preventing cervical spine trauma in sports requires a multi-faceted approach, including education and rule modifications. Continued research is vital to reduce injury risks in all athletic activities.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Traumatology
- Public Health
Background:
- Cervical spine trauma is an inherent risk in sports participation.
- Certain sports activities present a higher risk of cervical spine injuries.
- Effective prevention strategies are crucial for mitigating these risks.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review and illustrate prevention strategies for cervical spine trauma in sports.
- To highlight the importance of a multipronged approach considering athlete and setting-specific factors.
- To assess the effectiveness of current prevention efforts in high-risk collision sports.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing research on cervical spine injury prevention strategies.
- Analysis of strategies implemented in collision sports like American football, rugby, and ice hockey.
- Evaluation of evidence informing or validating prevention strategies.
Main Results:
- Prevention strategies often involve stakeholder education, rule modifications, and specific policies.
- Both athlete-specific and setting-specific factors are critical for risk reduction.
- Evidence exists supporting the effectiveness of some implemented strategies in collision sports.
Conclusions:
- A comprehensive, multipronged approach is necessary to decrease cervical spine injury risk.
- Continued high-level research is essential across all sports to further reduce trauma.
- Stakeholder engagement and tailored strategies are key to enhancing sports safety.
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