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Sports Medicine Considerations During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Mary K Mulcahey1, Arianna L Gianakos2, Angela Mercurio3
1Department of Orthopedic Surgery, School of Medicine, Tulane University, New Orleans, Louisiana, USA.
The American Journal of Sports Medicine
|November 16, 2020
Summary
The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted sports, necessitating guidelines for safely resuming athletic activities. This article offers considerations for training and returning to play, prioritizing athlete health.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Infectious Diseases
- Public Health
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic caused over 14 million cases and 597,000 deaths globally by July 2020.
- Disruption of sports activities poses challenges for safe return-to-sport protocols.
- A need exists for consistent measures to protect athletes, staff, and spectators during sports resumption.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide an overview of COVID-19's effects on athletes.
- To present considerations for athletic training during the pandemic.
- To offer guidelines for the safe return to sports as restrictions ease.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on COVID-19 impacts in athletics.
- Analysis of current challenges in sports resumption.
- Development of recommendations for training and competition.
Main Results:
- COVID-19 significantly impacts the athletic population.
- Specific considerations are needed for training protocols during the pandemic.
- Guidelines are essential for a safe return to sports.
Conclusions:
- Consistent measures are crucial for resuming sports activities safely.
- Athlete health and well-being must be prioritized.
- This article provides a framework for navigating return-to-sport challenges post-COVID-19.
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