IBFCSM CPSO case studies
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The IBFCSM Certified Professional in Sports Medicine (CPSO) is a professional credential for practitioners who manage athlete health and performance across the continuum from training room to return to play. Candidates typically include athletic trainers, physiotherapists, exercise physiologists, strength and conditioning coaches, and physicians or physician extenders working in sport. The IBFCSM CPSO case studies are 5 cases and about 2,958 words.
1Preseason Football Collapse at 38°C
During the first week of August preseason camp at 38.1°C and 70% humidity, a 19-year-old NCAA Division II offensive lineman collapses during full-pad conditioning. The athletic trainer reaches him within 60 seconds.
659 words, about 3 min2Bilateral Calf Pain in a Marathon Runner
A 34-year-old female marathon runner presents with a 3-month history of bilateral anterolateral lower-leg pain that begins 15-20 minutes into runs and forces her to stop. The pain resolves within 5-10 minutes of rest.
598 words, about 3 min314-Year-Old Pitcher with Medial Elbow Pain
A 14-year-old right-handed baseball pitcher complains of medial right elbow pain that began during a tournament three days ago. He plays for a school team and a travel team; in the past 7 days he pitched 95 pitches on Saturday and 45 on Sunday, and he threw two bullpen sessions midweek.
589 words, about 3 min4Cyclist with ADHD and a Contaminated Supplement
A 27-year-old elite female cyclist is preparing for a UCI Gran Fondo in 5 weeks. She has ADHD and takes extended-release methylphenidate 36 mg each morning, prescribed by her psychiatrist for 3 years.
572 words, about 3 min5Pressure to Clear a 17-Year-Old Gymnast
A 17-year-old competitive gymnast presents with 3 weeks of low back pain that worsens with back extension and dismount landings. She has no leg pain, bowel or bladder symptoms, or night pain.
540 words, about 3 min