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Sports medicine is a medical specialty that focuses on
preventing, diagnosing, treating, and rehabilitating injuries related to sports
and exercise. It also aims to improve an athlete's performance and reduce
their risk of injury.
What does a sports medicine professional do?
Treat injuries: Sports medicine professionals treat injuries to the
musculoskeletal system, including bones, muscles, joints, tendons, ligaments,
and connective tissues.
Create fitness plans: Sports medicine professionals create
fitness plans for athletes and non-athletes.
Improve performance: Sports medicine professionals help
athletes optimize their performance.
What are some types of sports medicine professionals?
Athletics doctor: Specializes in treating injuries to athletes in track and
field sports
Muscle specialist: Specializes in treating muscle injuries
to athletes
Sports medicine physician: Specializes in treating injuries to the
musculoskeletal system for athletes and non-athletes
What are some
sub-specialties of sports medicine?
Sports psychology,
Biomechanics, Nutrition, Trauma, Rehabilitation, and Sports physiology.