Psychological Aspects of Athletic Training

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Heather N. Schuyler ◽  
Brieanne R. Seguin ◽  
Nicole Anne Wilkins ◽  
J. Jordan Hamson-Utley
Keyword(s):  
Athletic Training ◽  
Recovery Process ◽  
Process Research ◽  
Psychological Aspects ◽  
Care Model ◽  
Injury Recovery ◽  
Patients Experience ◽  
Psychology Of Injury ◽  
Theoretical Foundations ◽  
Training Practice

The practice of athletic training involves both physical and psychological strategies when leading patients through the injury recovery process. Research on the psychology of injury offers theoretical foundations that guide the application of strategies to assist the patient with stressors that emerge during rehabilitation. This article applies theory to athletic training practice during injury recovery by examining the stressors that patients experience across the phases of rehabilitation. Addressing both physical and psychological aspects of injury recovery is expected by patients and provides a holistic care model for healthcare practitioners.

scholarly journals A journey to a new stable state—further development of the postoperative recovery concept from day surgical perspective: a qualitative study

BMJ Open ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (9) ◽  
pp. e037755
Author(s):  
Ulrica Nilsson ◽  
Maria Jaensson ◽  
Karin Hugelius ◽  
Erebouni Arakelian ◽  
Karuna Dahlberg
Keyword(s):  
Stable State ◽  
Recovery Process ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Day Surgery ◽  
Physical Symptoms ◽  
Postoperative Recovery ◽  
Four Dimensions ◽  
Adult Participants ◽  
Starting Point ◽  
Patients Experience

ObjectiveThis study aims to further develop the concept analysis by Allvin et al in 2007 and Lundmark et al in 2016 from the perspective of day-surgery patients. Also, to describe how patients experience postoperative recovery in relation to the identified dimensions and subdimensions and to interpret the findings in order to get a deeper understanding of the concept postoperative recovery.DesignDescriptive qualitative design with a theoretical thematic analysis.SettingSix day-surgery departments in Sweden.ParticipantsThirty-eight adult participants who had undergone day surgery in Sweden. Participants were purposively selected.ResultsFour dimensions—physical, psychological, social and habitual—were confirmed. A total of eight subdimensions were also confirmed, two from Allvin et al’s study and six from Lundmark et al’s study. Recovery included physical symptoms and challenges coping with and regaining control over symptoms and bodily functions. Both positive and negative emotions were present, and strategies on how to handle emotions and achieve well-being were established. Patients became dependent on others. They coped with and adapted to the recovery process and gradually stabilised, reaching a new stable state.ConclusionPostoperative recovery was described as a process with a clear starting point, and as a dynamic and individual process leading to an experience of a new stable state. The recovery process included physical symptoms, emotions and social and habitual consequences that challenges them. To follow-up and measure all four dimensions of postoperative recovery in order to support and understand the process of postoperative recovery is, therefore, recommended.

Recycling Experimental Research of Thermosetting Phenolic Plastic Waste Based on Mechanical Effects

2011 ◽  
Vol 130-134 ◽  
pp. 1708-1711 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zhong Wei Wu ◽  
Zhi Feng Liu ◽  
Jian Zhao
Keyword(s):  
Recovery Process ◽  
Process Research ◽  
Plastic Waste ◽  
Process Conditions ◽  
Test Device ◽  
Recycling Process ◽  
Analytical Technique ◽  
Testing Method ◽  
Regeneration Mechanism ◽  
Mechanochemical Model

Using adjustable speed crushing regeneration test device for the recovery experiment of thermosetting phenolic plastic waste, this paper analyses the principle of recovery process. Through particle size analytical technique, FTIR, XRD and SEM etc. various testing method is analyzed mechanochemical effects of crushing process. Research the speed, time, temperature process parameters of the influence of recycling process conditions. According to the experimental results, it established the mechanochemical model and analyzed the degradation and regeneration mechanism of thermosetting phenolic plastic waste.

Neuroprotective Role of Nutritional Supplementation in Athletes

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 ◽  
Author(s):  
Supriya Mishra ◽  
Vikram Jeet Singh ◽  
Pooja A Chawla ◽  
Viney Chawla
Keyword(s):  
Neurodegenerative Disorders ◽  
Brain Injuries ◽  
Recovery Process ◽  
Traumatic Brain Injuries ◽  
Omega 3 ◽  
Long Run ◽  
Pathological Mechanism ◽  
Injury Recovery

Background: Neurodegenerative disorders belong to different classes of progressive/chronic conditions that affect the peripheral/central nervous system. It has been shown through studies that athletes who play sports involving repeated head trauma and sub-concussive impacts are more likely to experience neurological impairments and neurodegenerative disorders in the long run. Aims: The aim of the current narrative review article is to provide a summary of various nutraceuticals that offer promise in the prevention or management of sports-related injuries, especially concussions and mild traumatic brain injuries. Methods: This article reviews the various potential nutraceutical agents and their possible mechanisms in providing a beneficial effect in the injury recovery process. A thorough survey of the literature was carried out in the relevant databases to identify studies published in recent years. In the present article, we have also highlighted the major neurological disorders along with the associated nutraceutical(s) therapy in the management of disorders. Results: The exact pathological mechanism behind neurodegenerative conditions is complex as well as idiopathic. However, mitochondrial dysfunction, oxidative stress as well as intracellular calcium overload are some common reasons responsible for the progression of these neurodegenerative disorders. Owing to the multifaceted effects of nutraceuticals (complementary medicine), these supplements have gained importance as neuroprotective. These diet-based approaches inhibit different pathways in a physiological manner without eliciting adverse effects. Food habits and lifestyle of an individual also affect neurodegeneration. Conclusion: Studies have shown nutraceuticals (such as resveratrol, omega-3-fatty acids) to be efficacious in terms of their neuroprotection against several neurodegenerative disorders and to be used as supplements in the management of traumatic brain injuries. Protection prior to injuries is needed since concussions or sub-concussive impacts may trigger several pathophysiological responses or cascades that can lead to long-term complications associated with CNS. Thus, the use of nutraceuticals as prophylactic treatment for neurological interventions has been proposed.

scholarly journals Psychological aspects of formation of ecologically relevant behavior of students of the faculty of agriculture

2020 ◽  
Vol 175 ◽  
pp. 15021
Author(s):  
Elena Azarko ◽  
Igor Kupriyanov
Keyword(s):  
Agricultural Sector ◽  
Environmental Values ◽  
Psychological Aspects ◽  
Psychological Approach ◽  
Agriculture Students ◽  
Theoretical Foundations

The article provides an analysis of studies showing the need for a psychological approach of meaning building and meaning regulation in the formation of an integral worldview, environmental values and environmentally relevant behavior of agriculture students. In conclusion, recommendations with suggestions on the use of theoretical foundations and methodological techniques of meaning for teaching students of the agricultural sector are presented.

scholarly journals Musculoskeletal Injury in Reserve Officers’ Training Corps: A Report From the Athletic Training Practice-Based Research Network

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (9) ◽  
pp. 232596712094895 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kara N. Radzak ◽  
JoEllen M. Sefton ◽  
Mark K. Timmons ◽  
Rachel Lopp ◽  
Christopher D. Stickley ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Athletic Training ◽  
Medical Records ◽  
Musculoskeletal Injury ◽  
Research Network ◽  
Anatomic Location ◽  
Insidious Onset ◽  
Practice Based Research ◽  
Rotc Cadets ◽  
Training Corps ◽  
Training Practice

Background: Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) cadets must meet the same physical standards as active duty military servicemembers and undergo organized physical training (PT). ROTC participation, like all physical activity, can result in training-related musculoskeletal injury (MSKI), and of course, cadets could sustain MSKI outside of ROTC. However, MSKI incidence in ROTC programs is largely unknown. Purpose: To describe patient and injury demographics of MSKI in 5 universities’ Army ROTC programs. Study Design: Descriptive epidemiology study. Methods: A retrospective chart review of electronic medical records was performed using the Athletic Training Practice-Based Research Network (AT-PBRN). Athletic trainers at 5 clinical practice sites within the AT-PBRN documented injury assessments via a web-based electronic medical record system. Medical records during the 2017-2018 and 2018-2019 academic years were used for analysis. Summary statistics were calculated for age, sex, height, body mass, military science year, training ability group, mechanism of injury, activity type associated with injury, anatomic location of injury, participation status, injury severity, and diagnosis. Results: A total of 364 unique injuries were documented. Cadets in the most advanced fitness group (Alpha; n = 148/364) and in their third year of training (n = 97/364) presented with the most injuries. Injuries most commonly occurred during PT (n = 165/364). Insidious onset (n = 146/364) and noncontact (n = 115/364) mechanisms of injury were prevalent. The most frequent anatomic location of injury was the knee (n = 71/364) followed by the ankle (n = 57/364). General sprain/strain was the most frequent International Classification of Diseases, Ninth Revision, Clinical Modification diagnosis code reported (n = 34/364). Conclusion: The knee was the most frequent location of MSKI in ROTC participants, and most MSKIs had insidious onset. Cadets with higher injury frequency were high achieving (Alpha) and in a critical time point in ROTC (military science year 3). The majority of MSKIs can be attributed to ROTC training, with PT being the most frequent activity associated with injury. Civilian health care providers, from whom ROTC cadets will most likely seek medical attention, need to be aware of ROTC physical demands as well as the characteristics of training-related injuries.

scholarly journals Objective Functional Assessment After a Head Injury Using Movement and Activity in Physical Space Scores: A Case Report

2014 ◽  
Vol 49 (4) ◽  
pp. 568-575 ◽  
Author(s):  
James L. Farnsworth ◽  
Danielle McElhiney ◽  
Shannon David ◽  
Gaurav Sinha ◽  
Brian G. Ragan
Keyword(s):  
Athletic Training ◽  
Objective Measure ◽  
Physical Space ◽  
Recovery Process ◽  
Living Environment ◽  
Return To Play ◽  
Functional Score ◽  
Gps Receiver ◽  
Novel Approach ◽  
Objective Functional

Objective: To describe the potential benefit of using a global positioning system (GPS) and accelerometry as an objective functional-activity measure after concussion by creating Movement and Activity in Physical Space (MAPS) scores. Background: A 21-year-old female soccer player suffered a blow to the back of the head from an opponent's shoulder during an away match. No athletic trainer was present. She played the remainder of the match and reported to the athletic training facility the next day for evaluation. Differential Diagnosis: Concussion. Treatment: The athlete was removed from all athletic activities. Her symptoms were monitored based on the Zurich guidelines. She was also instructed to wear an accelerometer on her hip and to carry an on-person GPS receiver at all times for 10 days. Her total symptom scores for the 4 symptomatic days were 82, 39, 49, and 36. Her mean MAPS functional score for symptomatic days 3 through 5 was 900.9 and for asymptomatic days 6 through 11 was 2734.9. Uniqueness: We monitored the patient's function during the concussion-recovery process using an on-person GPS receiver and accelerometer to calculate personalized MAPS scores. This novel approach to measuring function after injury may provide a useful complementary tool to help with return-to-play decisions. Conclusions: An on-person GPS receiver and accelerometer were used to observe the patient's physical activity in a free-living environment, allowing for an objective measure of function during recovery. Her MAPS scores were low while she was symptomatic and increased as she became asymptomatic. We saw the expected inverse relationship between symptoms and function. In situations where accuracy of reported symptoms may be a concern, this measure may provide a way to verify the validity of, or raise doubts about, self-reported symptoms.

Possibilities for Applying the Witty Sem System in the Diagnosis, Optimization and Control of Athletic Training

2018 ◽  
Vol 28 (84) ◽  
pp. 63-68
Author(s):  
Ewelina Kołodziej ◽  
Janusz Jaworski ◽  
Dariusz Tchórzewski
Keyword(s):  
Athletic Training ◽  
Test System ◽  
Fine Motor ◽  
Battery Life ◽  
Motor Abilities ◽  
Optimization And Control ◽  
Physical Abilities ◽  
Study Participants ◽  
And Control ◽  
Training Practice

Information about the effects of activity and adaptation of human body to a given load represent an integral part of managing the training process in sport. Therefore, new tools are constantly being developed to help optimize training. The purpose of this study is to present the possibilities for using the Witty SEM system (Microgate) in order to support diagnostics, control and optimization of training effects. To date, the Witty SEM system has been used to evaluate running speed and speed endurance in training practice. However, with a similar level of physical abilities, some reserves are also expected to be present in the optimization of coordination preparation. Consequently, the tools for evaluating the coordination of motor abilities are being constantly improved. For this purpose, computer tests, the Vienna Test System and psychotechnical apparatus are typically used. Nonetheless, these tools mainly measure fine motor skills. With the development of the Witty SEM system, new opportunities have emerged for the examination of complex coordination activities. The system allows for adaptation of popular motor tests and the creation of individual coordination tests adjusted to the specific nature of various sports. Numerous benefits of the system also include its reliability, the possibility of choosing various testing options (tests can be adjusted to the age and somatic parameters of study participants), small dimensions and mass, short time needed to prepare the system for operation, mobility of the equipment and long battery life. This suggests opportunities for the comprehensive use of this system in training practice of various sports.

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