Athletic performances have improved at an astonishing rate over the past few decades. Eight reasons for improved performances by athletes are discussed. (Author/MT)

An interview with an orthopedic surgeon investigates the connections between heredity, injury, and arthritis. Tips on preventing injury and treating inflammatory disorders are given. (MT)

Types of ankle sprains, surgical versus nonsurgical treatment, tape versus brace for support, rehabilitation, exercise, and prevention of ankle sprains are discussed by a panel of experts. An acute ankle taping technique is illustrated. (MT)

Women athletes are subject to certain types of injury as they enter new sports and develop more aggressiveness in traditional sports. Reasons for increases in certain injuries are explained. (MT)

Disabled athletes now compete in many sports, but many physicians don't know what opportunities for sports participation are available for disabled people. Research into injuries is needed because wheelchair athletes have different needs in terms of injury management and rehabilitation. Resources for physicians are listed. (Author/MT)

Discusses anticipated and unanticipated transitions faced by athletes from developmental psychology perspective developed by Nancy Schlossberg. Identifies factors contributing to dysfunctional response to transitions associated with athletic careers. Examines preventive strategies and describes illustrative programs. (Author/CM)

The first reported case of hyponatremia from participation in endurance running of marathon distance is discussed. Nine earlier cases occurring in subjects who endured greater distances are summarized. Symptoms and treatment of the 21-year-old subject of this case report are presented and preventive measures recommended for endurance-event…

Reviews the nature and frequency of injuries in youth hockey (which range from musculoskeletal injuries to life-threatening emergencies). Overall injury rates have decreased, but there is an increase in head, neck, and spine injuries. Those injuries that are serious demand prompt, skillful attention. A comprehensive format for on-ice management is…

Increased participation in sports and greater pressures to win have made female athletes very vulnerable to drug abuse. How the physiology and socialization of females contributes to this problem is discussed. (Author/MT)

Headaches experienced by athletes are categorized (exertional, effort, and trauma-triggered migraines), and treatment methods related. Consequences of misdiagnosis, lack of reporting, and poor monitoring are discussed as well as categories of athletes most likely to suffer sports-related headaches. (IAH)

Contends that family therapists, with their systems epistemology, can apply their training to working with athletic teams. Revisits innovative approach to working with athletic teams from systems perspective. Presents additional interventions, focus group interview with team (postconsultation), and general principles developed in working with…

Examines issues regarding rights, obligations, risks, privacy, and policy related to HIV/AIDS in sports, discussing the growing dilemma for sports professionals to weigh an athlete's right to privacy against their own duty to warn in the decision-making process; describing mandatory HIV testing for athletes; and providing guidelines based on…

States that the National Collegiate Athletic Association set up a clearinghouse to study each high school's course offerings to ensure incoming freshman athletes can succeed in college. Finds that the nation's top journalism programs did not contain enough English. Includes an explanation of initial eligibility, how the clearinghouse works, and…

The National Junior College Athletic Association has voted in favor of strengthening semester-based academic standards for the eligibility of student athletes, reversing an earlier move to soften requirements. (MSE)

Presents model for comprehensive developmental approach to advising Black college athletes which relies on these five growth dimensions: symbolization, allocentrism, integration, stability, and autonomy. Claims the model implies that the dimensions of development are all interdependent and must be balanced in order for an athlete to grow in…