2019 Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Review Course Online-Medical Issues: Head/Concussion/Dental/Eye/Abdominal/Injections

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In this video, Dr. Jim Borchers from Ohio State University gives a lecture on medical aspects of sports medicine. He discusses various topics including head injuries, concussions, dental injuries, eye injuries, abdominal injuries, and injections.<br /><br />Dr. Borchers emphasizes the importance of recognizing and understanding different types of head injuries, such as focal head injuries caused by blunt trauma and diffuse head injuries that commonly result in concussions. He discusses the symptoms, diagnosis, and management of concussions, including the use of the Standard Concussion Assessment Tool (SCAT-5) for evaluation.<br /><br />He also mentions common dental injuries in sports, such as dental fractures and avulsions, and provides guidance on management and referral for these injuries.<br /><br />Dr. Borchers highlights the risk of eye injuries in sports, particularly in high-risk sports such as paintball, basketball, and baseball. He explains the importance of recognizing symptoms such as diplopia (double vision), which may indicate a more serious orbital injury requiring immediate referral to an ophthalmologist.<br /><br />Abdominal injuries, including rectus sheath hematomas, splenic rupture, renal trauma, and testicular trauma, are also discussed. Dr. Borchers emphasizes the importance of appropriate evaluation, imaging, and referral for these injuries.<br /><br />Lastly, the use of injections in sports medicine is covered, including the risks and benefits of corticosteroid injections, visco supplements, platelet-rich plasma (PRP), and mesenchymal stem cells. Dr. Borchers notes that evidence and appropriate use of these treatments may vary and recommends consulting current guidelines and participating in clinical trials.<br /><br />Overall, this lecture provides a comprehensive overview of medical aspects of sports medicine, covering a range of injuries and treatment options. The information provided can be particularly useful for healthcare professionals involved in sports medicine.

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James R. Borchers, MD

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Author James R. Borchers, MD

Date August 10, 2019

Title Medical Issues: Head/Concussion/Dental/Eye/Abdominal/Injections

Keywords

sports medicine

head injuries

concussions

dental injuries

eye injuries

abdominal injuries

injections

Standard Concussion Assessment Tool

medical aspects