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Sports Medicine Update: All Articles

Letter from the President: The Importance of Subspecialty Certification in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine

By Christopher C. Kaeding, MD

President Christopher Kaeding, MD highlights the importance of having the ABOS Subspecialty Certification, and how the AOSSM SSC Exam Prep Course offered at this year's Annual Meeting in Nashville can help.

Protecting Youth Baseball Arms: The Role of Education, Communication, and New Technology

By Matthew S. Fury, MD, Edward S. Chang, MD, Claire D. Eliasberg, MD

With effective education, improved communication, and the implementation of new technologies, players, parents, and health professionals can work together to keep arms healthy throughout the season.

Variation in State Policies on Sideline Medical Coverage of High School Athletic Events

By Marcus Allen, Aravind Athiviraham, MD, Matthew Matava, MD

Millions of high school student-athletes may not have immediate access to certified athletic trainers or other healthcare professionals following an injury. This study underscores the need for state-wide mandates to guarantee access to trained healthcare professionals at high school sporting events.

When Growth Plates Stay Open: A Twist on the Same Injury

By Henry Bone Ellis, MD

Pediatric sports injuries, particularly those requiring surgical intervention, are becoming increasingly common. As a result, it’s crucial for experienced pediatric sports surgeons to understand how to manage conditions in young athletes with open growth plates. Treating these injuries requires modified surgical techniques to minimize damage to the physis and support future growth.

Take Care of the Student Athlete in the Era of the Transfer Portal and Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL)

By Steven DeFroda, MD, Jeffton Pierre, MBS, Kevin Farmer, MD

Name, image, and likeness along with the transfer portal continue to be ever-changing in college athletics, especially with the recent uptick in athlete sponsorships, endorsement deals, and merchandise sales. Below, a discussion on exactly how these changes may affect the ability to provide the best care for these athletes.

Letter from the President: Our Society, Our Story

By Christopher C. Kaeding, MD

President Christopher Kaeding, MD, shares what inspires his career, how he connects with colleagues across the country, and how AOSSM has supported his journey.

The Cutting Edge: A Deeper Look at Skate Blade Lacerations in Hockey

By Jerome C. Murray, MD, Caitlin C. Chambers, MD

Skate blade lacerations are a serious concern in ice hockey, driven by the sport's high speed and physical contact. Learn about these injuries and notable cases to enhance prevention and treatment strategies.

Safe Slopes: Preventing Winter Sports Injuries

By Tyler J. Uppstrom, MD, Christopher J. Hawryluk, MBS, Peter J. Millett, MD, MSc

From wrist fractures in snowboarders to ACL tears in skiers, understanding the most common injuries in winter sports is crucial for athletes of all ages. Explore common injury data and prevention strategies to help your patients stay safe on the slopes.

Using AI to Leverage Your Practice

By Jack Towney-Kozak, MD, Catherine A. Logan MD, MBA, MSPT, Katherine Coyner MD, MBA, Brian Lau, MD

How can AI benefit your daily practice? Read up on ways sports medicine practitioners are using AI in this article from the AOSSM Early Career Engagement Committee.

Driving Innovation in Sports Medicine: AOSSM Research Program Year in Review

By C. Benjamin Ma, MD, Lynette L. Craft, PhD

See how the AOSSM research program is driving scientific discovery through grants and awards totaling more than $500,000 in 2024!

End of an Era: Thank You to Bruce Reider, MD

We celebrate Bruce Reider, MD, as he steps down from his role as Executive Editor-in-Chief for AOSSM and Editor-in-Chief of The American Journal of Sports Medicine.

ABOS: 90 Years of History

By Frederick M. Azar, MD

For 90 years, ABOS has upheld high standards of education and training for orthopaedic surgeons. Learn more about advances from our valued partner.

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