Motorsports Medicine

Abstract

Motorsports is the fastest growing professional sport in the United States. Each year approximately 14 drivers die, and many others are paralyzed or seriously injured. Although there is a common misconception that motorsports medicine is analogous to standard emergency or sports medicine, due to the unique racing environment a traditional approach to emergency medical services can be ineffective and may expose drivers, spectators, and medical personnel to great danger. This article is a general review of the evolving subspecialty of motorsports medicine.

Medical Support at a Large-scale Motorsports Mass-gathering Event: The Inaugural Formula One United States Grand Prix in Austin, Texas

“…[3][4][5][6][7]14 Data from the 2012 US Grand Prix allows predictability of approximately 22 patient visits per 10,000 spectators for this venue. Most of the evaluations were for minor complaints, such as headaches, blisters, and sprains.…”

“…[3][4][5][6][7] Guidelines exist with recommendations that stress detailed preparation for transportation, communication, and medical staffing. [3][4][5][6][7] Guidelines exist with recommendations that stress detailed preparation for transportation, communication, and medical staffing.…”

“…Medical preparation for mass gatherings, including motorsport events at existing sites, has been reported in the past. [3][4][5][6][7] Guidelines exist with recommendations that stress detailed preparation for transportation, communication, and medical staffing. 8 However, there is no published literature outlining specific preparatory details for inaugural mass-gathering motorsport events.…”

Roles of Motorcycle Type and Protective Clothing in Motorcycle Crash Injuries

“…Riding without a motorcycle license and riding after consuming alcohol were other risk factors associated with riding without a helmet [9]. These findings are striking, as helmets have been shown to be effective [15–17]. …”

Sports eyewear protective standards

“…Motor sports have not appeared in any of the relative incidence papers, probably since they are rarely thought of in the same sense as the other sports considered above. When considered, injuries to the eyes are a significant factor but the greater emphasis is on head injuries …”