Psychosocial factors associated with outcomes of sports injury rehabilitation in competitive athletes: a mixed studies systematic review

Abstract

Word count = 4820 28 2 ABSTRACT 1 2 Background The prime focus of research on sports injury has been on physical factors. This is despite 3

Perfectionism predicts injury in junior athletes: Preliminary evidence from a prospective study

“…As such, sport scientists have sought to identify factors that may predispose athletes to an increased risk of injury with a view to reducing this risk (see Bahr & Krosshaug, 2005). Whereas extensive research exists on physiological, nutritional, and biomechanical factors, few studies have examined the role of personality factors (see Forsdyke, Smith, Jones, & Gledhill, 2016). The extant research, however, suggests that personality factors are important (see Ivarsson et al, in press, for a review).…”

Psychological readiness to return to sport: three key elements to help the practitioner decide whether the athlete is REALLY ready?

“…Psychological factors are important influences on returning to sport3 yet what it means to be psychologically ready to RTS is unclear 4. Rarely will an athlete be held back from RTS because he/she is not psychologically ready to return.…”

“…Characteristics of an athlete who is psychologically ready to RTS are multifaceted and include, among others: realistic expectations, high levels of self-efficacy and low levels of anxiety 1 4 6. Psychological readiness to RTS is likely influenced by multiple social agents, personal and contextual factors (eg, coaches, sports medicine practitioners, personality traits, performance level) 4.…”

Psychological interventions used to reduce sports injuries: a systematic review of real-world effectiveness

“…The inclusive nature of the review to evaluate the overall published evidence base has likely provided a fuller picture of the existing evidence 3. Considering each facet of effectiveness (efficacy, efficiency and compliance) as opposed to efficacy alone has also provided new insight into the body of research which has the potential for real-world application of findings29 and is a shift in thinking from previous reviews conducted in this area.…”

“…However, in the two previous systematic reviews, studies were excluded if they were not underpinned by the model of stress and athletic injury 25. Consequently, these reviews may have excluded relevant evidence,3 and this could have implications for clinical decision-making 26…”