Sports Medicine is the medical branch concerning the therapeutic intervention for injuries or illness resulting from athletic or recreational activities. Sports Medicine involves the prevention and treatment of injuries to athletes and other physically active people, as well as the use of exercise for recovery from non-sports injuries. Orthopedic (musculoskeletal system) surgeons (MDs) often specialize in sports medicine. The phrase “sports medicine” is not specific to one career or profession. Instead, it involves a group of medical professionals with a diversity of specialization in Exercise and Sports Science. Comprised of Medical Doctors, Physical Therapists, Physical Therapists Assistants, Athletic Trainers, Massage Therapists, and others, the sports medicine team focuses primarily on sports and sports-related medical services which include Biomechanics, Conditioning, Injury Prevention, Injury Management, and Rehabilitation.
A Sports Medicine physician is a doctor with specialized training who promotes lifelong fitness and wellness, and encourages prevention of illness and injury. This physician helps the patient maximize function and minimize disability and time away from sports, work, or school. He or she is a leader of the sports medicine team, which also includes specialty physicians and surgeons, athletic trainers, physical therapists, coaches, parents, other personnel, and, of course, the athlete.
After completing residency, they obtain 1-2 years of additional training in sports medicine through accredited fellowship (subspecialty) programs in Sports Medicine. Physicians, who are board certified in their specialty, such as Orthopedic Surgery, are then eligible to take a subspecialty qualification examination in Sports Medicine. Additional forums, which add to the expertise of a Sports Medicine Physician, include continuing education in sports medicine, and membership and participation in sports medicine societies. Many specialties including general medicine, family practice, physical medicine and rehabilitation, and of course, orthopedic surgery, offer advanced training and subspecialty certification in sports medicine. Each specialty brings its own expertise to the field.
A Sports Medicine physician is a doctor with specialized training who promotes lifelong fitness and wellness, and encourages prevention of illness and injury. This physician helps the patient maximize function and minimize disability and time away from sports, work, or school. He or she is a leader of the sports medicine team, which also includes specialty physicians and surgeons, athletic trainers, physical therapists, coaches, parents, other personnel, and, of course, the athlete.
After completing residency, they obtain 1-2 years of additional training in sports medicine through accredited fellowship (subspecialty) programs in Sports Medicine. Physicians, who are board certified in their specialty, such as Orthopedic Surgery, are then eligible to take a subspecialty qualification examination in Sports Medicine. Additional forums, which add to the expertise of a Sports Medicine Physician, include continuing education in sports medicine, and membership and participation in sports medicine societies. Many specialties including general medicine, family practice, physical medicine and rehabilitation, and of course, orthopedic surgery, offer advanced training and subspecialty certification in sports medicine. Each specialty brings its own expertise to the field.
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U.S. Market for Arthroscopic Devices 2011
11/2/2011 | published by: iData Research, Inc.
... recovering in the last quarter of 2010, there was resurgence in procedures due to the accumulated demand which drove arthroscopic device market growth. Within the soft tissue and sports medicine market, companies such as Arthrex, ...
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U.S. Market for Arthroscopic Devices 2011 (Executive Summary)
11/2/2011 | published by: iData Research, Inc.
... recovering in the last quarter of 2010, there was resurgence in procedures due to the accumulated demand which drove arthroscopic device market growth. Within the soft tissue and sports medicine market, companies such as Arthrex, ...
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U.S. Market for Orthopedic Soft Tissue Repair and Sports Medicine 2011
11/2/2011 | published by: iData Research, Inc.
... The hip arthroscopy market experienced the highest growth in 2010, as more surgeons are learning to perform these procedures. All market segments were affected by the economic downturn in 2008 and procedure numbers waned in ...
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U.S. Market for Orthopedic Soft Tissue Repair and Sports Medicine 2011 (Executive Summary)
11/2/2011 | published by: iData Research, Inc.
... The hip arthroscopy market experienced the highest growth in 2010, as more surgeons are learning to perform these procedures. All market segments were affected by the economic downturn in 2008 and procedure numbers waned in ...
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Biomet Profile (Spine & Trauma): Global Market Share Analysis by Region, SWOT, Product Pipeline & Financials 2012 (Executive Summary)
10/28/2011 | published by: iData Research, Inc.
... areas such as sports medicine and dental medical devices. As of 2011, Biomet distributed products in approximately 90 countries across the globe, earning revenues in the billions. This report is a comprehensive overview of Biomet's ...
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Arthroscopy Devices - Global Pipeline Analysis, Opportunity Assessment and Market Forecast to 2017
8/31/2011 | published by: GlobalData
... analysis on the global arthroscopy devices market. The report provides market landscape, competitive landscape and market trends information on the arthroscopy devices market. The report provides comprehensive information on the key trends affecting the market, ...
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Extremities Market Report: 2011 Edition
8/1/2011 | published by: Koncept Analytics
... sports medicine market and extremity biologics market in the extremities market. This lack of proper market definition poses a challenge to the exact market sizing, but on a general basis, the extremity products involve the ...
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Sports Medicine Market Report: 2011 Edition
6/1/2011 | published by: Koncept Analytics
... are performed to repair knee damage, most notably to the meniscus, treating sport related injuries such as anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) damage, as well as age related damage from rheumatoid arthritis. With the aging of ...
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Cranio Maxillofacial Fixation (CMF) Devices - Global Pipeline Analysis, Opportunity Assessment and Market Forecasts to 2016
1/25/2011 | published by: GlobalData
... 2016” provides key data, information and analysis on the global Cranio Maxillofacial Fixation (CMF) devices market. The report provides market landscape, competitive landscape and market trends information on the Cranio Maxillofacial Fixation (CMF) devices market. ...
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Arthroscopy Devices - Global Pipeline Analysis, Opportunity Assessment and Market Forecast to 2016
11/1/2010 | published by: GlobalData
... analysis on the global arthroscopy devices market. The report provides market landscape, competitive landscape and market trends information the arthroscopy devices market. The report provides comprehensive information on the key trends affecting the market, and ...
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European Markets for Orthopedic Soft Tissue and Sports Medicine 2010
7/1/2010 | published by: iData Research, Inc.
... ligament (ACL/PCL) and Meniscus repair devices The report also covers autologous chondrocyte implantation and hyaluronic acid viscosupplementation therapies. The majority of these devices address sports-related injuries, with the bulk of total revenue coming from shoulder, ...
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European Markets for Orthopedic Soft Tissue and Sports Medicine 2010 (Executive Summary)
7/1/2010 | published by: iData Research, Inc.
... total soft tissue repair and sports medicine market consists of Rotator cuff, Shoulder labrum, Anterior and posterior cruciate ligament (ACL/PCL) and Meniscus repair devices The report also covers autologous chondrocyte implantation and hyaluronic acid viscosupplementation ...
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U.S. Market for Orthopedic Soft Tissue and Sports Medicine 2010
12/1/2009 | published by: iData Research, Inc.
... therapies geared towards sports injuries and treatments that address degenerative wear. The market segments covered in this report include: Anterior/Posterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL/PCL) Reconstruction ACL/PCL Fixation Devices Cartilage Repair Meniscal Cartilage Repair Rotator Cuff Repair ...
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International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery & Orthopedic Sports Medicine 2009 - Conference Review And Analysis
4/15/2009 | published by: GlobalData
... is an essential source of information and analysis on the conference. This will provide answers to questions like: what are the emerging trends in the orthopedic devices market? Which are the upcoming technologies and companies? ...
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The 2009-2014 Outlook for Arthroscopes in the United States
12/2/2008 | published by: Icon Group International, Inc.
... some 12,900 cities in the United States. For each city in question, the percent share the city is of it’s state and of the United States is reported. These comparative benchmarks allow the reader to ...
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Innovation Driving Trauma Market
6/1/2008 | published by: Koncept Analytics
... market with a share of almost fifty percent, followed by Stryker, Smith & Nephew, and Zimmer. The trauma market continues to grow driven by increasing popularity of innovative and premium devices. Synthes has expanded its ...
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Arthroscopes
4/1/2008 | published by: Global Industry Analysts
... USA, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America. Annual forecasts are provided for each region for the period of 2001 through 2015. The report profiles 55 companies including many key and niche players worldwide such ...
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Competition Driving Breakthroughs in Sports Medicine Market
3/1/2008 | published by: Koncept Analytics
... ligament reconstruction techniques, and biological replacements have revolutionized the sports medicine market. Professional athletes are driving medical professionals to develop better techniques, and new instruments. Sports medicines are also helping the older segment of population ...
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MarketLooks: First Aid and Sports Medicine Products
4/1/2004 | published by: MarketLooks - Packaged Facts
... for First Aid and Sports Medicine Products Published: March 2004 Each MarketLooks report includes top-level findings from the respective parent report in a rich, easy to read format accompanied by select charts and graphs . ...
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The U.S. Market for First Aid and Sports Medicine Products
3/1/2004 | published by: Packaged Facts
... the product offerings, and the changing needs and preferences of consumers. Product innovation in the first aid market, from liquid bandages to an increasing array of “licensed products” for kids, coupled with the steady stream ...
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MarketLooks: The U.S. Market for Sports Medicine Products
9/10/2001 | published by: MarketLooks - Packaged Facts
... that you need. MarketLooks for market research reports published prior to May 2001 are available in PowerPoint® format. This allows you to easily extract text, charts and tables for use in presentations and internal company ...
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The U.S. Market for First Aid and Sports Medicine Products
9/1/2001 | published by: Packaged Facts
... The report quantifies market size and growth, market composition, and factors influencing market growth, along with sales projections through 2005. The analysis of the competitive situation features marketer/brand share and new product introduction data, as ...
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