AOSSM 2022 Annual Meeting Recordings - no CME-Vulnerable Athletes: Para Athletes, Trans Athletes, and Sexual Abuse

Vulnerable Athletes: Para Athletes, Trans Athletes, and Sexual Abuse

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The video discussed musculoskeletal injuries in para-athletes and trans-athletes, as well as non-accidental violence in sports. The speaker highlighted the importance of using proper terminology and promoting high-quality scientific investigation to improve the safety, respect, and care for these athletes. They mentioned that while injuries may differ between able-bodied and para-athletes, the overall injury risk is similar. They also discussed specific injuries such as concussion and bone stress injury in para-athletes. In terms of trans-athletes, the speaker emphasized the need for understanding the individual journey of each athlete and addressing their unique medical concerns. The speaker also discussed the power imbalances in sports that increase the risk of abuse, with para-athletes and trans-athletes being particularly vulnerable. They emphasized the importance of education, recognition, intervention, and support to prevent and address non-accidental violence.

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Cordelia Carter, MD

Keywords

musculoskeletal injuries

para-athletes

trans-athletes

non-accidental violence

terminology