Results for: Sports Medicine

A new study reveals growing interest among athletes and sports staff in the U.S. and Canada towards using psychedelic-assisted therapy (PAT) for concussion recovery. The research, published in Therapeutic Advances in Psychopharmacology, surveyed 175 individuals, finding a significant willingness to explore PAT, particularly with psilocybin, as a treatment option for sports-related head injuries. This study highlights the potential of psychedelics in sports medicine and opens doors for further research into their efficacy and safety.

Dr. Thomas Kremen, an orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist, shares his insights on being a physician for the USA Basketball men’s team at the 2024 Paris Olympics. He discusses the challenges of responding to injuries during the Games, the preparation involved, and the most rewarding aspects of his role.

The U.S. Justice Department has reached a $138.7 million settlement with victims of convicted sports doctor Larry Nassar, who was allowed to sexually abuse young athletes for years due to the FBI’s mishandling of assault allegations. This settlement, along with previous ones, brings the total compensation paid to Nassar’s victims to $1 billion.