PRELIM ACTIVITY 1

Answer the following questions briefly

1. What areas of specialization are encompassed under the general heading of sports
medicine?
The areas of specialization under with the general heading of sports medicine are those intending
to specialize in this field, having a diploma or a degree holder such as a physiotherapist, top-
flight trainer, psychologist, nutritionist and a physician.

2. How should the sports medicine team work together to provide optimal health care for the
athletes?
A sports medicine specialty team often involves physicians who are trained in sports medicine,
as well as orthopedic surgeons, physical therapists, trainers, coaches, and others. The team works
together to help patients get back into playing shape as safely and quickly as possible.

Provide what is ask

If you are to add 3 personnel aside from the mentioned, who would it be and special impact
can they provide on the Sports Medicine Team?

As what I’ve searched there are 7 types of specialization in having a Sports Medicine Team and I
pick Primary Care (SMT), Chiropractors (SMT) and Podiatrists (SMT)
Primary cares which are the pediatricians, Primary care sports medicine doctors diagnose, treat,
and manage musculoskeletal and medical problems, including the following:

Sprains and strains Eating disorders

Dislocations Stress fractures
Ligament injuries Heat illness
Fractures Diabetes
Apophysitis Tendinitis
Overuse injuries
Cartilage injuries
Exercise-induced asthma
Concussions
Nutrition and supplement issues
Unique conditions of the athlete with special needs

Chiropractors
Deal with musculoskeletal conditions, injuries, and pain. Many chiropractors focus on the
spine and alignment issues to treat an injury or pain. Chiropractic treatment often
involves spinal manipulation and/or adjustments to correct possible malalignment.
 There may be other important aspects of diagnosis and treatment, including the
evaluation for underlying medical conditions, use of specialized radiology studies, use of
therapeutic exercise, and use of prescription medicines, which require the involvement of
other specialists.

Podiatrists
They are trained to diagnose and treat foot and ankle problems using both surgical and
nonsurgical methods. Podiatrists can order x-rays or other special diagnostic tests,
prescribe medicines, prescribe physical therapy, and create custom arch supports for foot
problems if needed. While many lower body overuse problems can be linked to the foot,
pain in the knee, hip, or back is not in the podiatrist’s area of expertise.