Author: David Propst, PA-C In this blog post, we will discuss the importance and underutilization of the SARC-F screening tool for sarcopenia, especially in primary care settings. We will also delve into the significance of resistance exercise training and nutritional interventions in managing this condition effectively. What is Sarcopenia? Sarcopenia is a muscle disorder involving […]
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Coach and healthcare provider experiences working with pregnant and postpartum elite athletes
Authors: Margie H Davenport, Lauren Ray, Autumn Nesdoly, Jane S Thornton, Rshmi Khurana, Tara-Leigh McHugh. The recent outstanding performances of numerous trailblazing athlete-mothers are challenging societal notions of who can successfully compete as an elite athlete. Bobsledder Elana Meyers Taylor, biathlete Anaïs Chevalier-Bouchet and luger Natalie Geisenberger all medalled at the 2022 Beijing Olympics. Within the […]
Higher Injury and Illness Rates in Paralympic Athletes at the 2022 Beijing Winter Games
Authors: Travis Anderson, Malia G. Cali, Stephanie C. Clark, Ike Hasley, Emily G. Larson, Kayle E. Noble-Taylor, David M. Robinson, Eric G. Post, Jonathan T. Finnoff, William M. Adams Injury and illness surveillance is critical for the development of effective risk mitigation strategies for athletes. Understanding rates of injury and illness across demographics (e.g., sex, […]
The Twelve Messages of Christmas
by BJSM Social Media Editors Chloë Williamson and Jennifer Duncan The days are short, the pavements are treacherous, and cosying up on the sofa seems particularly appealing at this time of year. As a result, many people may find themselves lacking the motivation, energy, confidence or desire to get out and get moving. This means […]
Groin Pain: Into the Bermuda Triangle Part 4
Diagnosing, managing & rehabilitating injuries in the Bermuda Triangle Keywords: Groin Pain; Pubic Pain; Pubalgia; Rehabilitation Introduction This final blog in the series covers Pubic Related Groin Pain (PRGP) (1). Earlier parts to the series can be found by following: Part 1 Adductor Related Groin Pain (ARGP); Part 2 Iliopsoas Related Groin Pain (IRGP) and […]
Highlights from the 2023 Gaelic Games Sports Medicine and Sports Science Scientific Conference
Author: Dr. Patrick O’Meara (Twitter – @pad_om) – GP Trainee with a special interest in SEM. Final year MSc Sports and Exercise Medicine Student – University of South Wales. The inaugural Gaelic Games Sports Medicine and Sports Science Scientific Conference was held in TUS Athlone on the 2nd of September 2023. The theme of the […]
Breaking the Silence on Hypothalamic Amenorrhea and oral contraceptive pill : A Call to Action for healthcare professionals
“We can’t see the wood for the trees” #functionalhypothalamicamenorrhea #contraceptivepill #relativeenergydeficiency Introduction The International Olympic Committee (IOC) recently made a new statement about Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (REDs) (1). Low sexual hormone levels cause hypothalamic amenorrhea, often misunderstood in clinical practice. This blog is an attempt to explain why oral contraceptive pills are not […]
How much physical activity is needed to reduce the detrimental health consequences of sedentary time?
Keywords: physical activity, sedentary time, health risk. In this blog we describe our recent paper published in British Journal of Sports Medicine. This study took in total two years to complete, in which the work involved many steps for both planning, collecting data sources, harmonization and analysis of data, and finally the write up and […]
Is it scientifically valid, sensible, or safe to use biomarkers to diagnose concussion?
Media and public perception versus clinical use of salivary biomarkers https://x.com/NZRugby/status/1681492457798729728?s=20 Keywords: Concussion, biomarkers, injury management. Introduction: The identification and management of concussion in contact sport remains a critical issue for players, employers, and wider stakeholders. Sports participation should be encouraged, with the well-known myriad of health and social benefits deriving from physical exercise and […]
Pelvic floor screening in sport and exercise: what are women’s preferences?
Authors: Jodie G. Dakic, Jean Hay-Smith, Kuan-Yin Lin Jill Cook, Helena C. Frawley This blog provides an overview of a recent BJSM study. Why is this study important? One in three women across all sports experience pelvic floor symptoms such as leaking urine (1). Up to 80% of female athletes participating in high-impact or […]