A Critically Appraised Topic Regarding Evaluation of Long-Term Consequences of a Career-Ending Injury
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Campus Access Only
Presentation Type
Asynchronous
Entry Number
2377
School
School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Department
Athletic Training
Keywords
Involuntary termination, athletes, orthopedic, mental health
Abstract
Abstract:
Clinical Scenario - Athletes who were terminated from their career are three times more likely to report developing mental health issues than those whose career was terminated for other reasons. Since participation in sports is a large part of an athlete's identity, a sudden departure from sport can have many psychological and physiological consequences.
Clinical Question: What do athletic trainers evaluate for long-term consequences in athletes with a career-ending injury?
Summary of Key Finding(s) - The majority of articles reported that athletes who are subjected to involuntary career termination faced increased psychological distress such as anxiety, depression, and identity loss. Social support, planning, and early intervention, improve mental health outcomes.
Clinical Bottom Line - Athletic trainers should incorporate involuntary career termination protocols, and emotional support programs into their evaluation and treatment of a career-ending injury. Athletic trainers should be prepared to refer patients for mental health services and have planned communication in the future.
Strength of Recommendation - A
Keywords - Involuntary termination, athletes, orthopedic, mental health
Primary Faculty Mentor(s)
Dr.Bradney, Dr.Favero
Primary Faculty Mentor(s) Department
Department of Athletic Training, Department of Psychology
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A Critically Appraised Topic Regarding Evaluation of Long-Term Consequences of a Career-Ending Injury
Abstract:
Clinical Scenario - Athletes who were terminated from their career are three times more likely to report developing mental health issues than those whose career was terminated for other reasons. Since participation in sports is a large part of an athlete's identity, a sudden departure from sport can have many psychological and physiological consequences.
Clinical Question: What do athletic trainers evaluate for long-term consequences in athletes with a career-ending injury?
Summary of Key Finding(s) - The majority of articles reported that athletes who are subjected to involuntary career termination faced increased psychological distress such as anxiety, depression, and identity loss. Social support, planning, and early intervention, improve mental health outcomes.
Clinical Bottom Line - Athletic trainers should incorporate involuntary career termination protocols, and emotional support programs into their evaluation and treatment of a career-ending injury. Athletic trainers should be prepared to refer patients for mental health services and have planned communication in the future.
Strength of Recommendation - A
Keywords - Involuntary termination, athletes, orthopedic, mental health