IC 302-2024: The Collision Course: Management of Complex Injuries in Collision Sport Athletes. A Case Based Approach-IC 302: The Collision Course: Management of Complex Injuries in Collision Sport Athletes. A Case Based Approach

IC 302: The Collision Course: Management of Complex Injuries in Collision Sport Athletes. A Case Based Approach

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At a medical conference, various sports medicine experts discussed challenging cases related to orthopedic injuries in collision sport athletes, focusing on football, hockey, lacrosse, and rugby players. The format involved presenting cases to a panel for insights and fostering interactive discussions with the audience. One case detailed a college football player with a multiligament knee injury, involving ACL and lateral structures, where the consensus was early surgery with graft reconstruction. Another case involved a posterior elbow dislocation in a defensive lineman. The approach included surgical repair of the UCL and flexor-pronator mass, followed by a detailed rehabilitation protocol ensuring optimal recovery and return to play.<br /><br />A UCL injury in a baseball player sparked a detailed conversation about the potential benefits and risks of surgical repair, the use of internal bracing, and how swiftly athletes can return to competition. A case involving a quarterback's non-dominant clavicle fracture highlighted differing opinions on non-operative versus operative treatment. Some experts favored immediate plate fixation to ensure timely return to play, while others advocated non-operative therapy with vigilant monitoring for union.<br /><br />Throughout the discussions, there was significant emphasis on shared decision-making, considering athlete recovery timelines in relation to the sports season, and balancing immediate treatment benefits against long-term health risks. The session concluded with insights into how unique athletic demands influence treatment choices and the importance of addressing both player and family concerns during the decision-making process.

Keywords

sports medicine

orthopedic injuries

collision sports

football

hockey

lacrosse

rugby

ACL injury

UCL repair

clavicle fracture

rehabilitation protocol

shared decision-making