Psychological issues related to injury in athletes and the team physician : A consensus statement

This document provides an overview of selected medical issues that are important to team physicians who are responsible for the care and treatment of athletes. It is not intended as a standard of care, and should not be interpreted as such. This document is only a guide, and as such, is of a general...

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Published in:Medicine and science in sports and exercise 2006-11, Vol.38 (11), p.2030-2034
Main Authors: American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American Osteopathic Academy of Sports Medicine, American Academy of Family Physicians, American College of Sports Medicine, American Medical Society for Sports Medicine
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Athletic Injuries - psychology
Athletic Injuries - rehabilitation
Biological and medical sciences
Fundamental and applied biological sciences. Psychology
Humans
Mental Health Services
Physician's Role
Physician-Patient Relations
Referral and Consultation
Space life sciences
Sports Medicine
Vertebrates: body movement. Posture. Locomotion. Flight. Swimming. Physical exercise. Rest. Sports
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Summary:This document provides an overview of selected medical issues that are important to team physicians who are responsible for the care and treatment of athletes. It is not intended as a standard of care, and should not be interpreted as such. This document is only a guide, and as such, is of a general nature, consistent with the reasonable, objective practice of the healthcare profession. Adequate insurance should be in place to help protect the physician, the athlete, and the sponsoring organization.
ISSN:0195-9131
1530-0315
DOI:10.1249/mss.0b013e31802b37a6