AOSSM Youth to the NFL Sports Medicine Course no CME-Injury Prevention and Sports Emergencies: Case-Based Panel Discussion

Injury Prevention and Sports Emergencies: Case-Based Panel Discussion

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Video Summary

The video transcript is from a medical presentation discussing various cases related to traumatic collapses during sports events. The speaker presents scenarios involving on-field traumatic collapses, dizziness and abdominal pain in athletes, and the evaluation and management of these conditions. The panel of experts, including orthopedic surgeons, primary care doctors, and athletic trainers, share their thoughts and experiences on handling such cases. They emphasize the importance of thorough evaluation, serial examinations, and collaboration between medical professionals and athletic trainers to ensure the safety of athletes. The video highlights the need for a proactive approach, including regular rehearsals, proper training, and access to medical resources like ultrasound and CT scans when necessary. The panel also discusses challenges in different sports settings, such as high school and college, and the significance of close follow-up care for athletes who may not require immediate emergency room visits but still need ongoing monitoring. The presentation concludes with an invitation to a symposium on the legal aspects of sports medicine.

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Presented by James J. Kinderknecht MD

Keywords

traumatic collapses

evaluation and management

athletic trainers

proactive approach

medical resources

challenges

sports medicine