AOSSM 2022 Annual Meeting Recordings - no CME-Q&A: Challenges of Medical Management of Athletes

Q&A: Challenges of Medical Management of Athletes

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Video Summary

The video discusses questions regarding ACL injuries and how community ACL surgeons can determine when an athlete is ready to return to play. Historically, strength tests, hop testing, and patient-reported outcome measures have been used. However, these measures may not be as effective for young athletes. The video suggests that in addition to these measures, assessing motion and fear of re-injury should be considered. Coaches and parents can also play a role in observing functional assessments to determine readiness. The video also acknowledges the challenge of providing access to these assessments in underfunded schools and small-town practices. The importance of promoting physical literacy and getting children active early is emphasized. No credits are granted.

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Elizabeth Joy, MD, MPH, FACSM, FAMSSM; Kyle Goerl, MD, CAQSM; Mark Paterno, PhD, PT, MBA, ATC

Keywords

ACL injuries

return to play

young athletes

functional assessments

physical literacy