About 2.7 Million ED Visits Reported for Sports Injuries in 2010 to 2016
Analgesics were given or prescribed at 63.9% of ED visits; percentage increased with age.
Sports Medicine
Running Participation Linked to Reduced Risk for Mortality
Based on data from 232,149 participants, significant reductions seen in all-cause, CV, cancer mortality.
Risk, Severity of CTE Increase With Years of Football Played
Risk for developing chronic traumatic encephalopathy increased by 30% per year of football played.
Sports Specialization Ups Injury Risk, Especially in Girls
Volume of vigorous activity is a strong predictor of injuries for both boys and girls.
NFL Seasons of Play, Playing Position Affect Mental Health
Seasons of professional play and playing position in NFL linked to cognition-related quality of life.
Recovery From Concussion Longer for Athletes With ADHD
Athletes with ADHD had more symptoms at 24 to 48 hours, regardless of psychostimulant use.
Oral Contraceptive Pill May Protect Against ACL Tears
Risk for acute cruciate ligament reconstruction reduced while on OCP, especially for 15- to 19-year-olds.
Repetitive Hits May Predispose Athletes to Concussion
Among college football players, number, severity of head impacts may affect risk for concussion.
Concussion-Related Biomarkers Vary Based on Sex, Race
Level of S100B up after sports-related concussion, especially within 4 hours of concussion.
Get Your Sweat On: Top Fitness Trends of 2018
The American College of Sports Medicine’s (ACSM) annual survey reveals people are going back to basics to get fit in 2018.
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