Category: Sports Medicine

In sports medicine, the most widely accepted method for treating lateral ankle sprains is the PRICE method. In an article by Lucas Bianco, Smokey Fermin, Robert Oates, James May, Scott Cheatham, and Alan Nasypany they assessed the relationship between the Mulligan concept and the Protect Rest Ice Compress Elevate method (PRICE), to determine whether the…

The start of sports medicine dates back to the 5th century, where Ancient Greek physicians educated athletes on how important it was to protect their body while exercising. Sports medicine continued to develop, with different scientists and physicians studying how exercise affects the body. In 1928, the first committee was formed to help individuals prevent…

A typical day in the life of sports medicine physician is recording medical information athletes. Coordinate and creating workouts for the athlete. I would also talk with other specialist and coordinate certain activities for the athlete or whoever and supervise the rehabilitation process. I would do a lot of treating and diagnosing injuries relating to…