Sports Medicine Specialists Flashcards
Orthopedic Surgeon (MD)
A medical physician concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of injuries to, and disorders of, the musculoskeletal system, particularly the joint and bones, and their associated structures.
Physical Therapist (DPT)
A person educated and licensed in the practice of orthopaedic rehabilitation; prepared to evaluate movement and dysfunction, identify patient treatment goals, establish and implement appropriate treatment programs, and supervise support personnel in accordance with a physician’s medical diagnosis.
Athletic Trainer (ATC)
Allied health care professionals who collaborate with physicians to provide preventative services, emergency care, clinical diagnosis, therapeutic intervention and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions.
Exercise Physiologist (EP)
A skilled professional educated in the science and casual effects of exercise for healthy, and non-healthy individuals. This includes the evaluation and recommendation of exercises for strength, flexibility, endurance, coordination, and sport specific training.
Sports Psychologist (MS or PhD)
An interdisciplinary science that draws on knowledge from many related fields including biomechanics, physiology, kinesiology, and psychology. It involves the study of how psychological factors affect performance and how participation in sport and exercise affect psychological and physical factors.
Podiatrist (DPM)
A medical physician specializing in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of foot and ankle injuries and their related disorders.
Cardiologist/Cardiovascular Surgeon (MD)
A medical physician specializing in the diagnosis, treatment of the heart and circulatory system as it relates to the heart muscles’ activities and diseases, disorders of the venous system, and how it relates to activities of daily living and sports participation.
Massage Therapist (MT)
A practitioner specializing in the various types of massage for the alleviation of stress, muscle soreness and spasm, athletic performance, and to promote relaxation.
Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist (RD)
An individual specializing in the study of the holistic effects of nutrition on general health, recovery from injury or disease, and performance conditioning.
Sports Dentistry (DDS)
The treatment and prevention of oral/facial athletic injuries and related oral diseases and manisfestations.
Pulmonologist (MD)
Physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary (lung) conditions and diseases. Pulmonary is classified as an internal medicine subspecialty. Because of the variety of clinical problems encountered, knowledge of internal medicine and other specialties is required in order to obtain classification.
Radiology technician
Take images of various body parts using X-ray, MRI, CT scan, etc. After a technician has taken these films or images, a radiologist (MD) reads them to diagnose a patient’s medical condition. Precautions must be taken to ensure technicians’ and patients’ safety when working with radiation. Individuals need a minimum of an associates degree, as well as state licensure, to gain employment. They also can earn voluntary certification through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT).
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
Professionals who apply scientific knowledge to train athletes for the primary goal of improving athletic performance. They conduct sport-specific testing sessions, design and implement safe and effective strength training and conditioning programs and provide guidance regarding nutrition and injury prevention.
Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
An intricate part of patient care. One who works along side the physical therapist, assisting with all phases of therapy, including hands on, modalities and exercise. Requires a 2-year college degree to become certified to work under a licensed Physical Therapist.
