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Role of Health Care Providers or
Sports Medicine Team Members
Sports Medicine
Sports medicine is multidisciplinary
approach to health care for those
seriously involved in exercise and
sport
Health care professionals from
many disciplines are involved in the
care of the athlete.
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Athlete’s Circle of Care
Those individuals involved in the
care of the athlete.
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The Role of Health Care
Providers in the Athlete’s Circle
of Care
The primary role of the health care
providers involved in the care of
athletes is to promote lifelong
fitness and wellness, and to
encourage prevention of illness
and injury.
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Team Doctor
A physician specializing in sports
medicine who helps the athlete
maximize function and minimize
time away from the sport.
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Family Doctor
The primary physician involved in
the athlete’s care
Family doctors have the athlete’s
complete history and are in a better
position than team doctors to
supervise long-term care.
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Physician Assistant
The physician assistant (PA) works
interdependently with a physician to
provide diagnostic and therapeutic
care.
Also gather information regarding
athlete’s injury and historical
background of athlete to help the
physician.
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Physical Therapist
The physical therapist (PT) is
responsible for performing
treatments such as therapeutic
exercises, hydrotherapy, and
electrotherapy.
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Physical Therapy Assistant
The physical therapy assistant
(PTA) works with physical
therapists, assisting
in the development of treatment
plans for injured patients.
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Massage Therapist
The massage therapist works with
physicians, nurses, and physical
therapists to promote health and
healing and to help manage stress.
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Certified Strength &
Conditioning Specialists
(Fitness Trainer)
A certified strength and conditioning
specialist (CSCS) designs and
implements safe and effective
strength and conditioning programs.
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Sports Nutritionist
The sports nutritionist designs
special diets capable of enhancing
athletic performance.
Proper diet can result in better
performance.
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Sports Psychologist
The sports psychologist works with
athletes who are recovering from
serious injury, giving emotional
support and helping with goalsetting and motivation.
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Athlete
An athlete must know the principles
of prevention to avoid injuries.
He/ She must know the first aid of
some of the common injuries
He/ She must know the application
of RICE.
He/ She should have the knowledge
regarding training method.
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The Role of Parents in the
Athlete’s Circle of Care
Parents should maintain open
communication with the athletic
training staff regarding injury risk,
athletic development, proper
nutrition, and treatment of injuries.
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