Sports Medicine Chapter 1
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Sports Medicine
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The study and application of scientific and medical knowledge to aspects of exercise and injury prevention
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Athlete's Circle of Care
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All individuals involved in care of the athlete; may include coaches, parents, certified athletic trainer, family physician, school nurse, massage therapist, nutritionist, personal trainers, and chiropractor
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Team Physician
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A physician who specialized in sports medicine and helps the athlete maximize function and minimize time away from sports, work, school; works in cooperation with the family physician
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Family Physician
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The primary physician in the care of the athlete; works in cooperation with the team physician
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Physician Assistant (PA)
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A midlevel health care practitioner who works interdependently with physicians to provide diagnostic and therapeutic care
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Physical Therapist (PT)
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A health care specialist who is responsible for performing treatments that require special training in therapeutic exercises, hydrotherapy, and for performing procedures dealing with individual muscles and muscular movement
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Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
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A health care specialist who works with physical therapists to assist in developing treatment plans for the rehabilitation of injury
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Chiroprator
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A health care specialist who provides conservative management of neuromusculoskeletal disorders and functional clinical conditions
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Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
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A specialist who designs and implements safe and effective strength and conditioning programs
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National Strength and Conditioning Association Certified Personal Trainer (NSCA-CPT)
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A specialist who designs and implements safe and effective strength and conditioning programs with individual clients
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American Council on Exercise (ACE)
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Fitness certifying organization founded in 1985. Provides certification for Personal Trainer, Group Fitness, Instructor, and Lifestyle and Weight Management Consultant
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National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
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Founded in 1987. It provides education and credentials for fitness, sports performance, and sports medicine professionals
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Sports Nutritionist
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A health care specialist who designs special diets with the goal of enhancing athletic performance
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Sports Psychologist
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A specialist who works with athletes to recover from serious injury through emotional support. They also assist in goal setting and motivation
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American College of Sports Medicine
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Founded in 1954. It was intended to guide the convergence of different fields with a common focus directed toward the goal to include professionals from many fields in medicine and science
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Personal Trainer
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Is a fitness professional involved in exercise prescription and instruction. They motivate clients by setting goals and providing feedback and accountability to clients.
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Massage Therapist
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A specialist who promotes health and relaxation through therapeutic touch and manipulation of muscles.
