{"title":"Work–Family Conflict: Understanding Workplace Relationships for Collegiate Athletic Trainers","authors":"","doi":"10.1123/ijatt.2022-0058","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1123/ijatt.2022-0058","url":null,"abstract":"Role congruence has been suggested to be a facilitator for work–life balance for the athletic trainer, but to date, it has only been superficially explored. Conceptually, role congruence is based on relationships and roles within the organization; thus, the purpose of the study was to further investigate professional relationships between coaches and athletic trainers related to work–life balance. To accomplish this, 28 credentialed athletic trainers were interviewed via the Zoom platform. Three identifiable themes were found within the data. The first them role congruence reduces stress for the athletic trainer and was supported by two themes: (a) role congruence facilitates a positive work environment and (b) incongruence facilitates a stressful work environment. The second theme, peak season expectations and job demands limit work–life balance, was defined by (a) hours worked, (b) coaches’ expectations, and (c) sport is demanding, which impacts work–life balance.","PeriodicalId":38680,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Athletic Therapy and Training","volume":"88 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"75877884","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Case in Point: Skating Into Sports Medicine","authors":"","doi":"10.1123/ijatt.2023-0024","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1123/ijatt.2023-0024","url":null,"abstract":"Patients deserve an opportunity to tell clinicians and researchers their views about how sports medicine could better address their needs. In our “Case in Point” article, we provide an internationally competitive figure skater with a chance to identify her community’s needs and suggest solutions. We then have a clinician who works with skaters provide their perspective on the skater’s call to action. Finally, a researcher shares suggestions based on the views of the skater and clinician. We hope this “Case in Point” article highlights how novel clinical and research ideas can be sparked by creating a forum for athletes/patients, providers, and researchers to share ideas.","PeriodicalId":38680,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Athletic Therapy and Training","volume":"78 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"88330174","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Madeline Winans, K. Biese, Grace Rudek, Madison N. Renner, J. Stamm, D. Bell
{"title":"The Association of Sport Specialization With Youth Ice Hockey Position and Youth Ice Hockey Parents’ Perceptions of Sport Specialization","authors":"Madeline Winans, K. Biese, Grace Rudek, Madison N. Renner, J. Stamm, D. Bell","doi":"10.1123/ijatt.2022-0085","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1123/ijatt.2022-0085","url":null,"abstract":"Attitudes and beliefs of parents about sport specialization may indicate why youth athletes decide to specialize. The purpose of this study was to determine the association between sport specialization level, ice hockey position, and the parent/guardians’ attitudes and beliefs on sport specialization. Our results demonstrate that goalies were the most likely to specialize, and parents of specialized ice hockey players tend to believe that sport specialization helps their child achieve future sporting aspirations. Increased sport specialization may put ice hockey goalies at an increased risk for overuse injuries, and parents’ beliefs about sport specialization may impact their child’s sporting behaviors.","PeriodicalId":38680,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Athletic Therapy and Training","volume":"22 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"83269146","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Cailee E. Welch Bacon, Nydia L. Cabra, Taryn C. Pennington, L. Eberman, Julie M. Cavallario
{"title":"Athletic Trainers’ Perceptions of Their Scope of Practice","authors":"Cailee E. Welch Bacon, Nydia L. Cabra, Taryn C. Pennington, L. Eberman, Julie M. Cavallario","doi":"10.1123/ijatt.2022-0064","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1123/ijatt.2022-0064","url":null,"abstract":"All athletic trainers (ATs) must meet regulatory standards as outlined in state practice acts. While state practice acts are similar, some variations can lead to misunderstanding or unfamiliarity with appropriate scopes of practice. We aimed to describe ATs’ perceptions regarding athletic training scope of practice. Only 29.7% of respondents correctly identified state government as the agency that defines athletic training scope of practice and 51.7% agreed their respective state practice act limits the skills they can perform. To advocate for the profession, ATs must have a primary understanding of the laws and regulations that promote ATs to work at their fullest ability.","PeriodicalId":38680,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Athletic Therapy and Training","volume":"53 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"84778341","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Allyson K. Folkert, Brady L. Tripp, Christopher D. Brown
{"title":"Twenty-Three-Year-Old Collegiate Soccer Athlete With Bilateral Femoral Head Avascular Necrosis: A Case Report","authors":"Allyson K. Folkert, Brady L. Tripp, Christopher D. Brown","doi":"10.1123/ijatt.2022-0054","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1123/ijatt.2022-0054","url":null,"abstract":"A 23-year-old collegiate club soccer player reported to his athletic trainer right hip flexor pain and no recalled mechanism. Diagnostic imaging revealed bilateral avascular necrosis (AVN) of both femoral heads. Medical intervention included bilateral core decompression surgery. The majority of reported AVN cases are pediatric patients and adults over 50 years old, following trauma (i.e., femoral fracture) being the main risk factor. Although not seen often in athletic populations, athletic trainers should be aware of the possibility of AVN in patients. AVN is a life-altering condition and accurately documenting all patient encounters, and proper interprofessional collaboration is imperative for positive outcomes.","PeriodicalId":38680,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Athletic Therapy and Training","volume":"46 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"74143899","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Kristen C. Schellhase, Andrew A. McIntosh, Isis I.A. Jennings-Collier, Madison D. Dininny, R. Zraick, L. Mangum
{"title":"Readability of Postconcussion Home Care Instructions","authors":"Kristen C. Schellhase, Andrew A. McIntosh, Isis I.A. Jennings-Collier, Madison D. Dininny, R. Zraick, L. Mangum","doi":"10.1123/ijatt.2023-0029","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1123/ijatt.2023-0029","url":null,"abstract":"Patient education materials should be written at or below a fifth grade reading level. Postconcussion home care instructions outline what signs/symptoms warrant a visit to the emergency department and actions that should be taken/not taken by the caregiver. The purpose of this study was to determine the readability of postconcussion home care instructions provided by national organizations seen as setting the standard of care. Readability analyses were performed using the Readability Studio 2019 Standard Edition, by Oleander Software (Oleander Solutions). All postconcussion home care instructions were written above the recommended reading grade level. Poor comprehension of written material may lead to poor health outcomes; therefore, those organizations should consider amending handouts to meet the recommended reading level. Athletic trainers should examine the readability of home care instructions they provide, use both written and verbal instructions, and ensure caregiver understanding by using the skills in the Health Literacy Universal Precautions Toolkit.","PeriodicalId":38680,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Athletic Therapy and Training","volume":"73 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"81884664","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Antoinette Lee, Nancy A. Uriegas, Morgan G. Adams, A. Hand
{"title":"Fractures, Glycemic Control, and Bone Mineral Density in Females With Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus: A Critically Appraised Topic","authors":"Antoinette Lee, Nancy A. Uriegas, Morgan G. Adams, A. Hand","doi":"10.1123/ijatt.2022-0101","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1123/ijatt.2022-0101","url":null,"abstract":"Clinical scenarios have risen where females with Type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1-DM), whose demographics are similar to their male counterparts, have sustained bone injuries, whereas the males with T1-DM have not. These scenarios bring into question the effect of T1-DM on various aspects of bone health and injury risk in females. The purpose of this study was to investigate the impact of T1-DM in females on their fracture risk, glycemic control abilities, and bone mineral density when compared to their male counterparts. Results were consistent across all studies, indicating that individuals with T1-DM had poor glycemic control abilities during ages within peak bone accrual, had significantly lower bone mineral density, and had a greater fracture incidence. Given these results, there is a need for future education to emphasize the importance of glycemic management, future research to investigate differences in physically active populations, and for clinicians to recognize their at-risk patients and take the necessary measures to prevent injury.","PeriodicalId":38680,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Athletic Therapy and Training","volume":"1 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"83174843","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Middle Facet Tarsal Coalition in a National Collegiate Athletic Association Basketball Athlete: An Exploration Clinical Case Report","authors":"Melinda Watts, Keilea Sumrall","doi":"10.1123/ijatt.2022-0141","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1123/ijatt.2022-0141","url":null,"abstract":"The patient is a 22-year-old female basketball player initially diagnosed with a calcaneal fracture. Five months after the pain began, the patient was referred to a foot and ankle surgeon and diagnosed with middle facet tarsal coalition. The patient received one X-ray-guided subtalar steroid injection and two platelet-rich plasma injections to aid in pain relief while completing her senior year of collegiate basketball. She elected to end her senior season early to have the recommended subtalar fusion surgery. The surgery ended her basketball career but provided pain-free activities of daily living. This case presents unique components compared with available literature on how injury presentation in adult populations can complicate a timely and accurate initial diagnosis. This case is also unique because despite conservative efforts, a surgical fusion was required to optimize pain and function during activities of daily living.","PeriodicalId":38680,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Athletic Therapy and Training","volume":"1 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"81073023","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
S. Barroso Rosa, Manuel Aniel-Quiroga Bilbao, Daniel De Santos Tena
{"title":"Tarsal Navicular Stress Fractures: A Rare Soccer Injury Twelve-Year Follow-Up of the First Reported Case in a Professional Player and Literature Review","authors":"S. Barroso Rosa, Manuel Aniel-Quiroga Bilbao, Daniel De Santos Tena","doi":"10.1123/ijatt.2022-0121","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1123/ijatt.2022-0121","url":null,"abstract":"Tarsal navicular stress fractures are rare injuries, mostly occurring in long-distance runners, jumpers, and occasionally affecting athletes in high-contact sports such as rugby or American/Australian football. This condition generally represents a clinical challenge, resulting in considerable diagnostic delays. While the ideal treatment is still controversial, surgical treatment seems to provide good results in recovering function and return to play. Tarsal navicular stress fractures have been extremely rare in soccer players; only seven published cases have been located to date. This article is a paradigmatic report on a professional player with this injury and a successful outcome after a 12-year follow-up.","PeriodicalId":38680,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Athletic Therapy and Training","volume":"91 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"91026787","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation for Improving Outcomes in Patients With Chronic Ankle Instability: A Critically Appraised Paper","authors":"Tricia L. Majewski-Schrage, Kelli R. Snyder","doi":"10.1123/ijatt.2022-0129","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1123/ijatt.2022-0129","url":null,"abstract":"Focused Clinical Question: Is there evidence to suggest that transcranial direct current stimulation improves clinical and patient-reported outcomes in patients with chronic ankle instability? Clinical Bottom Line: Evidence from two clinical studies supports the use of transcranial direct current stimulation for improving outcomes in patients with chronic ankle instability.","PeriodicalId":38680,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Athletic Therapy and Training","volume":"40 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"87733223","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}