How do they match: Sports Medicine Physicians

  • Advise against injured athletes returning to games or competition if resuming activity could lead to further injury.
  • Advise athletes on ways that substances, such as herbal remedies, could affect drug testing results.
  • Advise athletes, trainers, or coaches to alter or cease sports practices that are potentially harmful.
  • Advise coaches, trainers, or physical therapists on the proper use of exercises and other therapeutic techniques, and alert them to potentially dangerous practices.
  • Attend games and competitions to provide evaluation and treatment of activity-related injuries or medical conditions.
  • Conduct research in the prevention or treatment of injuries or medical conditions related to sports and exercise.
  • Prescribe medications for the treatment of athletic-related injuries.

  • Advise athletes, coaches, or trainers on exercise regimens, nutrition, or equipment use.
  • Advise patients on effects of health conditions or treatments.
  • Prescribe assistive medical devices or related treatments.
  • Provide health and wellness advice to patients, program participants, or caregivers.