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Peck, David M.; McKeag, Douglas B. – Physician and Sportsmedicine, 1994
Disability-related conditions such as bladder problems or pressure sores need not keep people from activity. Although active individuals with disabilities require some specialized management, they mainly need medical care for sports-related cuts, sprains, and strains. Physicians can help remove medical barriers to participation for active…
Descriptors: Accident Prevention, Adults, Athletes, Disabilities

McKeag, Douglas B.; Dolan, Cathleen – Physician and Sportsmedicine, 1989
Discusses management of common overuse disorders, which are often a result of repetitive stress. Reducing inflammation through icing, rest, and use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents is the primary treatment goal. Patients taking anti-inflammatories must be cautioned against returning to activity too soon because the medication's analgesic…
Descriptors: Biomechanics, Exercise Physiology, Injuries, Musculoskeletal System