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AMSSM's Dr. Alexandra Abbott discusses the rise in the professionalization of youth sports, risk factors for burnout and attrition, how to identify a concussion and more. https://lnkd.in/gDGr4McE

?? New Insights from Recent Research on Concussion Risks in Youth Sports We're thrilled to share key findings from a recent study published in The Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, focusing on concussion risks among high school athletes. This extensive research offers critical insights into how gender and sports type influence head impact rates. Key Takeaways: ? Higher Impact Rates in Males: Boys experience significantly higher rates of head impacts compared to girls in sports such as soccer, basketball, and lacrosse. ? Soccer: Most Impacts Noted: Of all sports studied, soccer consistently shows the highest head impact rates, indicating a need for specific attention and strategies. ? Need for Customized Protective Strategies: The study underscores the importance of developing tailored strategies to better protect young athletes from head injuries, depending on the sport and gender. The implications of these findings are vital for coaches, parents, and policymakers committed to making youth sports safer. ?? Dive deeper into the research for a comprehensive understanding: https://lnkd.in/g5GReb96 #ConcussionResearch #YouthSportsSafety #SportsMedicine #HeadInjuryPrevention #Concussions

ISEH and UCL researchers Dr Georgie Bruinvels, Dr Joanna Blodgett and University of Bath’s Ally Barlow, have published research in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise together with other researchers, that investigated the correlation between menstrual cycles and injuries among female footballers. Their results indicate potential heightened risk periods for injuries during specific phases of the menstrual cycle. This was the first prospective longitudinal study monitoring menstrual cycles alongside injuries in female footballers. All participants in the study were from a single Women's Super League club, representing England's top tier of women's football. Over the study's duration, researchers monitored 593 menstrual cycles, during which 26 players experienced 74 injuries. Despite the study's relatively small sample size, it highlights the significance of considering menstrual cycles in elite sports. Such considerations could help mitigate injury risks and promote the overall well-being of athletes. Keep reading: https://lnkd.in/eabb4hZu Access the research paper: https://lnkd.in/eKFGzBDW #womenshealth #femaleathletehealth #research

?? **Elite Athletes & Older Adults: More Alike Than We Think!** ???? The worlds of Olympic athletes and geriatric care may seem worlds apart, but both push the boundaries of human capacity. This latest research reveals how strategies from elite sports—like the "marginal gains" approach and multidisciplinary teamwork—can transform geriatric medicine, especially in managing sarcopenia. Imagine using performance insights from the Olympics to redefine healthy aging! ?? Read more on this innovative approach to healthcare here: https://lnkd.in/drb5qFEh

women’s sports in the goverment’s agenda - the focus and recommendations include women’s health, physiology, media …coaching was also mentioned https://lnkd.in/eZZRzusE

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Is Your Youth Athlete at Risk? The Silent Threat to Their Sporting Dreams Every parent dreams of seeing their child thrive in the sport they love. The thrill of victory, hanging with friends, and the lessons learned. Youth sports can be an incredible experience. But what happens when the very thing they love starts to cause them pain? Overuse injuries are a silent epidemic in youth sports, often creeping up unnoticed until it's too late. These injuries, caused by repetitive stress and strain, can ruin a young athlete's progress, leaving them sidelined with aches, stress fractures, and even long-term damage. Imagine your child, full of passion for sport, suddenly benched due to a preventable injury. The frustration, disappointment, and fear of falling behind are heartbreaking for the athlete and their family. Don’t let this be their story.? National Council of Youth Sports' Ask the Sports Doc is back!! This time with renowned sports medicine surgeon Dr. Henry Ellis, who's dedicated his career to keeping athletes healthy and in the game. Dr. Ellis is a pediatric surgeon and medical director at Scottish Rite for Children, a consultant for the Dallas Mavericks, and Chair of the STOP Sports Injuries committee with American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine. He will share his expertise on how to spot the early warning signs of overuse injuries, provide practical prevention strategies, and discuss effective treatment options. This session is necessary for every parent, coach, and administrator who wants to protect and help athletes reach their full potential. Plus: Stay tuned for our upcoming four-part blog series on Early Sports Specialization, where we'll tackle the tough questions about whether focusing on one sport too soon could do more harm than good. We will do it balanced, providing you with the research behind all our thoughts. Don't delay. Register for Ask the Sports Doc today and give your young athlete the gift of a healthy sports journey. -?https://bit.ly/4fx8RnC #youthsports #overuseinjuries #sportsspecialization #sportsparents

?? Exciting News! ?? I am thrilled to share that our latest research article has been published in KSSTA Journal ?? Our study, titled “The Sensitivity of Hop Distance to Body Height Ratio Versus Limb Symmetry Index for Second Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury Prediction in Professional Athletes,” dives deep into evaluating the effectiveness of the hop distance to body height ratio (D/H) compared to the traditional limb symmetry index (LSI) in predicting the risk of a second ACL injury in professional athletes post-ACL reconstruction. ?? Key Findings: ? The D/H ratio demonstrated greater sensitivity in identifying discrepancies in hop test performance among athletes who experienced a second ACL injury. ? Significant decreases were noted in the D/H index across seven different hop tests for re-injured athletes, suggesting its potential as a more reliable metric for injury prediction. This research marks a significant step forward in sports injury prevention, offering a new perspective on assessing athletes’ readiness to return to play. A huge thank you to my co-author Dr. Hamed Esmaeili and everyone who supported this research. We are excited to contribute to the ongoing conversation on athlete safety and rehabilitation. Here is the link of our publication: https://lnkd.in/dWjVCuyh I look forward to discussing the implications of our findings with the community! #Research #SportsMedicine #ACLInjury #AthleteSafety #Publication

It's time to debunk the myth that women's sports research is just a "shrink and pink" version of men's. It took years to understand that women were under-represented in biomedical research. Adding women to research led to impactful changes in the medical care of women, such as: ?? It was found that women presented with different symptoms of heart disease than men, so they were often misdiagnosed or underdiagnosed. ?? Multiple prescription medications were either removed or dosing changed because they posed greater health risks for women, as dosing was based on men. We can only assume that similar results may be found in sports science and performance research as we start including more research on female athletes. From 2011-2013, in 3 major sports journals, only 39% of research participants were women. In 2015, a data analysis found that women made up a much smaller share of participants in studies on performance and sports injury while making up a much bigger share of studies on disease and metabolism. In 2021, “Invisible Sportswomen”: The Sex Data Gap in Sports and Exercise Science Research was published. It was assumed that they thought research might have improved with the increased interest in women’s sports and female-specific data. But what they found was shocking… Out of over 5,200 publications published in six sport and exercise science journals between 2014 and 2020, only 6 percent focused exclusively on women. Of over 12 million study participants, only 34 percent were women. Furthermore, was that women in the midlife and beyond group accounted for only 9 percent of total participants, and only 16 percent of female-specific studies focused on this age cohort. I am so interested and excited to see increasing research on women, the menstrual cycle, injuries, and sports performance! "We aren’t just small men!" ~ Dr Stacy Sims I'm personally intrigued and excited to see where this research takes us. How about you? What aspect of female athlete research sparks your curiosity? Share your thoughts below! ?? #sportspharmacy #womeninsport #sportsscience #sportperformance #femaleathlete #integrativemedicine

For older adults, maintaining independence starts with strength. For cancer patients, loss of function, increased fatigue, and debility is not age dependent. But here’s the bigger question: ?? Can we design programs that are effective, accessible, and life-changing—for both? This question stayed with me as I read a study comparing two approaches to improving functional mobility in adults aged 65–75: ?? Progressive stair-climbing programs ?? Traditional resistance training The results? ???? Participants in the stair-climbing program showed significant improvement in stair-climbing performance—while also achieving similar gains in gait speed, leg strength, and jump performance as the resistance training group. Why does this matter? For older adults, functional fitness means more than movement—it’s about dignity, quality of life, and staying independent. ?? For cancer patients, it can preserve the strength and stamina needed to endure treatment or rebuild post-recovery. Even better: A progressive step-up program can be done at home ??, eliminating barriers for those without access to gym equipment. This research isn’t just about fitness. It’s about empowerment. ?? It’s about creating solutions that meet people where they are—whether they’re seniors, patients, or caregivers. ?? What if we leveraged insights like these to make fitness truly inclusive? What would it take to expand this to even more communities? Read the full study below I’d love to hear your thoughts! Let’s discuss how we can make accessible, impactful programs the new norm. #exerciseoncology #cancerrehabilitation #lifestylemedicine