Clinics in sports medicine
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Athletic injures to the hand and wrist can range from simple sprains to severe fractures or soft-tissue disruptions that can permanently threaten the normal function of the extremity. This article deals with some of the more commonly noted sports-related injures to the hand and wrist to help the team physician make the correct diagnosis and establish the most effective treatment plan, so that the athlete may achieve maximum results and ultimately return to full participation in their sport.
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Psychosocial factors in sports injury rehabilitation.
The psychology of sports injury rehabilitation is a relatively new field, even in comparison with the relatively youthful disciplines from which it has evolved. Although the psychology of sports injury has made a significant impact on the sports medicine team, the practical aspects of how and when to refer patients to psychologists need to be better understood. A recent survey of 20 sports medicine physicians indicated a high degree of psychological or behavioral concerns occurring in conjunction with sport injuries, and an increased interest in the services of clinical sports psychologists. ⋯ Research on the assessment of psychosocial factors influencing sports injury and performance, as well as the efficacy of treatment modalities, is warranted. The psychology of sports injury has emerged from several previously established areas of psychology including behavioral medicine, rehabilitation, and sport psychology. As the techniques derived from these arenas are modified to suit the special needs of injured athletes, a set of principles and practices can be-established to better assist the sports medicine team in rehabilitation and prevention of sports injury.