Massive Bilateral Haemorrhagic Prepatellar Bursitis: A Case Report.

Prepatellar bursitis is a common cause of anterior knee pain. We present an unusual case of massive bilateral traumatic haemorrhagic prepatellar bursitis managed with surgical excision and describe our operative findings. The patient presented with large bilateral knee swellings which had been present for six years following a fall onto both knees.

Menstrual cycle performance barriers experienced by elite women football players and their management strategies applied: A semi-structured interview-based study.

The objective of this study was to investigate the barriers experienced by elite women football players due to their menstrual cycle, and coping strategies utilised against these barriers. Fifteen elite women footballers from two English Women's Super League clubs (age: 25.2 years [18-33]) were interviewed using semi-structured interviews, developed using piloting and peer review.

Knowledge, attitude and behaviour around concussion at the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023: part 2 - coaches, performance staff and players.

The objective of this observational cross-sectional study was to assess the knowledge, attitude and behaviour of coaches and performance staff (i.e. 'coaching staff'), and players from the 32 teams qualified for the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 regarding assessment and management of concussion in football.

Knowledge, attitude, and behaviour around concussion at the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023: part 1 - medical staff.

The objective of this observational cross-sectional study was to assess the knowledge, attitudes and behaviours of medical staff participating in the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 regarding the assessment and management of concussion in football. Medical staff from 32 teams qualified for the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 were invited to answer an online survey. Results were analysed descriptively.

Sport-related concussion knowledge and attitudes of staff working in English elite women's football: a survey-based study.

Background: Sport-related concussion (SRC) remains an injury of concern in sport, including football(soccer). There has been little investigation into SRC knowledge and attitudes of support staff working in the professional setting.

Methods: An amended version of the Rosenbaum Concussion Knowledge and Attitudes Survey(RoCKAS) was distributed online to coaching staff, and medical and performance staff, working at clubs in the English Football Association Women's SuperLeague (WSL) and Championship.

What contextual factors influence pain management decision making concerning player availability in professional men's football? A qualitative analysis of practitioner perceptions.

Purpose: Football practitioners must regularly assess the risk of participation when determining player availability. At present, there is a lack of information detailing the factors that influence risk assessments. Accordingly, the following research question was explored: what contextual factors influence pain management decision-making when determining player availability in professional men's football?

Methods: 20 semi-structured interviews were conducted with club doctors (8), physiotherapists (6), and heads of medicine and performance (8) working in professional men's football in the United Kingdom.

Leadership experiences of elite football team physicians during the COVID-19 pandemic: a pilot study.

Objectives: The purpose of this study was to explore the leadership experiences of elite football team physicians during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Methods: A pilot-study based on a cross-sectional design by means of an electronic survey was conducted. The survey relied on 25 questions divided into distinct sections including among others professional and academic experience, leadership experiences and perspectives.

Sport-related concussion attitudes and knowledge in elite English female footballers.

Background: Sport-related concussions (SRC) are more common and more severe in women's football than men's yet the knowledge and attitudes of SRC in the women's game are not well understood. The objective of this study was to assess the SRC knowledge and attitude in elite female footballers.

Methods: An online questionnaire was sent to all registered players in the English Football Association Women's Super League (WSL) and Championship.

Elite female football players' perception of the impact of their menstrual cycle stages on their football performance. A semi-structured interview-based study.

Objectives: This study assesses how female footballers perceive how their menstrual cycle impacts their physical and psychological performance, informing future research and intervention.

Methods: Semi-structured interviews, developed using piloting and peer review took place with fifteen elite female footballers from two English WSL clubs (age: 25.2 [18-33]).

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs in football - a "Keeping SCORE" approach to judicious use.

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) use in elite sport is high, with football being no exception. Increased awareness of significant adverse drug reactions from published research and retired players commentary in the media have made the topic mainstream. Despite this increased awareness, usage rates show no sign of significantly reducing.

Sport-related concussion return-to-play practices of medical team staff in elite football in the United Kingdom.

Introduction: This study explored sport-related concussion (SRC) return-to-play (RTP) behaviours and attitudes of medical team staff working in elite football in the United Kingdom. Usage and awareness of The Football Association (FA) guidelines, concussion education rates of players and coaching staff, and collection of baseline concussion assessments. Additionally, confidence in managing RTP post-SRC, perceived player under-reporting of symptoms, use of enhanced RTP pathways, and coaching pressure on RTP were investigated.

Sport-related concussion practices of medical team staff in elite football in the United Kingdom, a pilot study.

Objectives: To explore sport-related concussion (SRC) awareness, behaviours, and attitudes of medical team staff working in elite football in the United Kingdom. Including usage and awareness of the FA concussion guidelines, concussion education rates of players and coaching staff, and collection of baseline concussion assessments.

Methods: Cross-sectional questionnaire study distributed online by organisations including or representing medical staff working in elite football in the United Kingdom.

Concussion in European professional football: a view of team physicians.

Objectives: The objective was to explore the view and thoughts of physicians working in professional football about several aspects (eg, education and use of video footages) likely to enhance concussions' recognition and on-field management.

Methods: An observational study based on a cross-sectional design by means of an electronic survey was conducted among physicians working for a professional football club in Belgium, England or France.

Results: A total of 96 physicians (95% male; mean age: 44 years) completed the survey.

Rare case of adult-onset phalangeal microgeodic syndrome of the feet.

Phalangeal microgeodic syndrome (PMS) is a rare condition typically affecting children and is characterised by painful digits precipitated by cold temperatures. In medical literature, cases appear to be clustered in Japan. Adult-onset PMS is particularly rare and although imaging features are characteristic, it may go undiagnosed, as it is not commonly encountered.

Oral non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug use in recreational runners participating in Parkrun UK: Prevalence of use and awareness of risk.

Objective: Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are widely used in endurance running and by elite athletes. We examined the pattern of use of NSAIDs, the purpose of use and knowledge of the adverse effects of NSAID use in a population of recreational runners at Parkrun UK.

Methods: An online observational non-interventional cross-sectional survey of Parkrun UK participants being over the age of 18, on Parkrun UK's mailing list, and residing in the UK.

Amateur endurance athletes' use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs: a cross-sectional survey.

Objective: To explore amateur endurance athletes' use and views about non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).

Methods: An online cross-sectional survey of amateur athletes at four athletic clubs.

Key Findings: Of a sample of 129 of amateur athletes, 68% (n = 88) reported using NSAIDs in the previous 12 months (84.

Fundamentals of glycogen metabolism for coaches and athletes.

The ability of athletes to train day after day depends in large part on adequate restoration of muscle glycogen stores, a process that requires the consumption of sufficient dietary carbohydrates and ample time. Providing effective guidance to athletes and others wishing to enhance training adaptations and improve performance requires an understanding of the normal variations in muscle glycogen content in response to training and diet; the time required for adequate restoration of glycogen stores; the influence of the amount, type, and timing of carbohydrate intake on glycogen resynthesis; and the impact of other nutrients on glycogenesis. This review highlights the practical implications of the latest research related to glycogen metabolism in physically active individuals to help sports dietitians, coaches, personal trainers, and other sports health professionals gain a fundamental understanding of glycogen metabolism, as well as related practical applications for enhancing training adaptations and preparing for competition.

Three dimensional rotational angiography imaging of double aortic arch vascular ring.

Background: Three dimensional (3D) rotational angiography is a technique used increasingly for imaging in congenital heart disease.

Results: We describe the use of this technique for imaging of double aortic arch vascular ring and discuss the advantages of this modality.

Conclusions: 3D rotational angiography is an excellent tool for imaging of various vascular anomalies.

College freshmen perceptions of effective and ineffective aspects of nutrition education.

Objective: Identify college freshmen perceptions of the effectiveness of a nutrition module taught by graduate nutrition students.

Participants: Thirty-four college freshmen, 18 and older.

Methods: Three graduate nutrition students conducted 5 focus groups during spring semester, 2004.

Nutrition recommendations for masters athletes.

"More than 3000 masters athletes from 62 countries compete in Linz, Austria, in March of 2006." In 2005, 9000 "silver-haired Americans go for the gold." The National Senior Games Association announced a "major change in the NSGA rules affecting the game of basketball; a new age division of 80+ has been added for 2007.

What can we learn about diet and physical activity from master athletes?

Only 13% of those 65 years and older engage in vigorous physical activity 3 or more days a week and obesity rates are increasing by 45% in adults over the age of 60. Physical activity helps prevent chronic disease and improves quality of life, yet few adults of any age are active. One exception is master athletes who participate in competitive sports during the middle and later years.

Special populations: the female player and the youth player.

Females and youth are frequently described as "special" populations in football literature, but together these two populations outnumber male players. What makes females "special" is that they tend to eat less when training and competing than their male counterparts, leading to lower intakes of energy, carbohydrate, and some nutrients. Youth football players are special in regard to energy and nutrient requirements to promote growth and development, as well as to fuel sport.

Knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors regarding hydration and fluid replacement of collegiate athletes.

The purpose of this study was to determine collegiate athletes' knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors concerning hydration and fluid replacement. A survey containing questions pertaining to demographics and knowledge, attitude, and behavior on hydration and fluid replacement was distributed to the athletes during team meetings and practices. A total of 139 out of 171 (81.

Nutrition education in six congregate meal sites improves participant's nutrition knowledge.

Providing relevant nutrition education at federally funded senior centers is one way of increasing nutrition knowledge of older adults. The purpose of this study was to present three nutrition education sessions on the revised Food Guide Pyramid, dietary protein, and dietary fiber to older adults at six senior centers in Atlanta, Georgia. Three 20-minute lesson plans were developed and delivered at six senior centers over the course of 3 weeks.

Using a focus group approach to determine older adults' opinions and attitudes toward a nutrition education program.

In order to determine older adults' (60+ years) attitudes and opinions toward a nutrition education program, six 45-minute focus groups were conducted. Twenty-eight congregate meal site participants in Atlanta, Georgia, participated in the focus group discussions. Questions addressed opinions toward nutrition education, reasons for participating, outcomes following the program, and suggestions for future programs.