Book review by Dr. Michael Turner Sports-Related Concussion in Youth- Improving the Science, Changing the Culture (336 pages) This is essentially the 2012 Zurich Concussion Consensus process applied to research in youth sport – a great summary of the topic but not an easy read. For anyone versed in concussion the themes will be familiar: […]
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Dutch Minister welcomes recognition of Sports Medicine as a specialty
“Sport and exercise are becoming more and more important to Dutch healthcare” Sports medicine is as of today, April 8th, 2014, a recognized specialty in the Netherlands. The Minister of Health, Welfare and Sport has accepted the decision to this effect by the College of Medical Specialties (CGS) of the doctors Federation KNMG. The title […]
Easy to use mobile app for ankle sprains prevention and rehabilitation
By Evert Verhagen In recent years, knowledge about the prevention and rehabilitation of sport related injuries has grown exponentially. We are able to significantly reduce the burden of injuries in sports for most participants across many activities with current scientific evidence. However, we still struggle to implement effective measures on a wider scale, and fully unleash the […]
NICE QUALITY STANDARD STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT EXERCISE – Physical activity: encouraging activity in all people in contact with the NHS
Dear colleagues, You may be aware that a NICE quality standard on Physical activity: encouraging activity in all people in contact with the NHS is currently being developed. A NICE quality standard is a concise set of prioritised statements designed to drive measurable, quality improvements within a particular area of health or care. Today we […]
Introduction to Sports Injuries Management, Royal College of Surgeons: A Course Review
By Thomas Harte An “Introduction to Sports Injuries Management” is a one-day course run by the Royal College of Surgeons (England). It was held on the 5th of December 2013 and cost £150. The Royal College of Surgeons state the aim of the course is to provide “an introductory overview of the diagnosis, predisposing factors, […]
SASMA Wins (3rd year in a row) – Best BJSM Cover
Congratulations to the South African Sports Medicine Association (SASMA) for winning best BJSM cover of 2013. This is SASMA’s third consecutive victory. Find previous issues of BJSM in this archive. Dr Jon Patricios, SASMA President, stated: “We are delighted to receive the most votes for the best BJSM cover. At SASMA we are committed to […]
USEMS 2014 National Conference – Tickets going fast, register now!
Undergraduate perspective on Sports & Exercise Medicine – a BJSM blog series By Steffan Griffin (@lifestylemedic) USEMS are proud to announce the second annual student Sports & Exercise Medicine (SEM) conference, hosted in 2014 by the Birmingham University Sports & Exercise Medicine Society (BUSEMS). SEM career aspirations?…then don’t miss this event This conference features engaging and informative […]
BJSM ROWING special edition: call for papers!
BJSM will focus part of the November BASEM issue on sports medicine of rowing. We are seeking contributions to this journal in the form of review papers and original research. We are open to papers relating to all aspects of sports and exercise medicine in relation to rowing. We welcome papers in the areas of […]
Top blogs of 2013 – Career Development – How to get the #DreamJob?
You know the job you’d love to have, sports physio or sports physician for a team of your choice. And/or working in a private clinic where you respect the clinical leaders and they provide terrific opportunities for developing your skills through working with teams, attending conferences, ensuring continuing professional development on site including workshops. How […]
be active 2014, Canberra, Australia, October 15 – 18: Abstract submissions NOW OPEN!
be active 2014 will incorporate the Australian Conference of Science and Medicine in Sport (ACSMS), the National Physical Activity Conference (NPAC), and the National Sports Injury Prevention Conference (NSIPC). Together the three conferences will focus on current research and practice in areas relating to the promotion of, and safe participation in, all kinds of sport, […]