Sports Medicine Flashcard

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What is athletic training?

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An area of specialization in sports medicine that serves as a major link between sports programs and medical communities, concerned with the prevention and treatment of injuries related to physical activity.

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Who is ultimately responsible for deciding when an injured athlete can return to full activity?

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The physician.

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What role do sport psychologists play in sports medicine?

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They use a variety of intervention strategies to help athletes cope with injury.

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What do biomechanists study?

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They are scientists who study and investigate how athletes move.

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Who can be considered a health care provider in sports medicine?

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A recreational therapist.

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What is the primary focus of sports medicine?

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The prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of sports-related injuries.

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What is the role of an athletic trainer?

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To provide immediate care for injuries, develop injury prevention programs, and assist in rehabilitation.

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What is the importance of injury prevention in sports?

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To reduce the risk of injuries and ensure athletes can perform at their best.

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What is the difference between a sport physiologist and a sport psychologist?

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A sport physiologist studies the body's responses to exercise, while a sport psychologist focuses on the mental aspects of sports performance.

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What is the significance of rehabilitation in sports medicine?

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Rehabilitation helps athletes recover from injuries and return to their sport safely.