1. Role of Health Care Providers or Sports Medicine Team Members

2. Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 2 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.

3. Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 3 Athlete’s Circle of Care  Those individuals involved in the care of the athlete.

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5. 5 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.

6. Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 6 Team Doctor  A physician specializing in sports medicine who helps the athlete maximize function and minimize time away from the sport.

7. Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 7 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.

8. Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 8 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.

9. Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 9 Physical Therapist  The physical therapist (PT) is responsible for performing treatments such as therapeutic exercises, hydrotherapy, and electrotherapy.

10. Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 10 Physical Therapy Assistant  The physical therapy assistant (PTA) works with physical therapists, assisting in the development of treatment plans for injured patients.

11. Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 11 Massage Therapist  The massage therapist works with physicians, nurses, and physical therapists to promote health and healing and to help manage stress.

12. Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 12 Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialists (Fitness Trainer)  A certified strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS) designs and implements safe and effective strength and conditioning programs.

13. Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 13 Sports Nutritionist  The sports nutritionist designs special diets capable of enhancing athletic performance.  Proper diet can result in better performance.

14. Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 14 Sports Psychologist  The sports psychologist works with athletes who are recovering from serious injury, giving emotional support and helping with goal- setting and motivation.

15. Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 15 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.

16. Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 16 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.