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The female athlete

L A Thein1, J M Thein

  • 1University of Wisconsin Clinics Research Park, Madison 53711, USA.

The Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy
|February 1, 1996
PubMed
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Title IX has increased female participation in sports, leading to more research on women athletes. Understanding physiological differences is crucial for physical therapists treating female athletes and informing policy.

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Area of Science:

  • Sports Medicine
  • Exercise Physiology
  • Women's Health

Background:

  • Title IX (1972) spurred significant growth in women's sports participation and related research.
  • Ongoing inquiries address menstrual dysfunction in athletes and its impact on bone mineral density.
  • Recognizing physiological distinctions between sexes is vital for medical treatment and sports policy.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the evolving knowledge base concerning women in sports.
  • To emphasize the importance of understanding physiological differences for female athletes.
  • To underscore the necessity for physical therapists to stay updated on women's sports medicine.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on Title IX's impact on women's sports.
  • Analysis of research trends in female athlete physiology and health.

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  • Synthesis of current understanding of sex-based differences in sports.

    • Main Results:

    • Increased participation of women in physical activity and sports since Title IX.
    • Emergence of new research questions regarding menstrual dysfunction and bone health.
    • Growing recognition of physiological differences influencing athletic performance and health.

    Conclusions:

    • Physical therapists must remain current with advancements in women's sports medicine.
    • Knowledge of physiological differences is essential for effective treatment and policy-making for female athletes.
    • Continued research is needed to address specific health concerns of female athletes.