2021 AOSSM-AANA Combined Annual Meeting Recordings-Wearables

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In this video, the speaker discusses the benefits and challenges of wearable technology in the field of sports science. They emphasize the importance of evidence-based practices and reliable data collection when using wearables. The speaker also highlights the need for collaboration among strength coaches, team physicians, and other professionals to effectively implement wearable technology. They discuss the challenges of obtaining approval from unions and give an example of using wearables to collect heart rate data for umpires in baseball. The speaker concludes by advising caution in interpreting data provided by wearable technology and expresses gratitude to those who contributed to the presentation.

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Scott Sheridan, PT, ATC

Keywords

wearable technology

sports science

evidence-based practices

collaboration

data interpretation