The usage of multidisciplinary physical therapies at the Rio de Janeiro 2016 Olympic Summer Games: an observational study.
Background: This observational research study analyses the uptake of physical therapies treatments in the Polyclinic during the Rio 2016 Olympic Games. Objective: To describe the usage of physical therapies services- physical therapy, osteopath, chiropractic, and sports massage – by athletes and non-athletes and across different sports. Methods: The multidisciplinary team of physical therapies recorded treatment modalities, information on provider discipline and reason for attendance, in an Electronic Medical Record system throughout the 32 days of operation of the Olympic Polyclinic. Cold-therapy total immersion ice baths (TIIB) were provided as part of the services but were reported and analysed separately.
Results: There were 4993 encounters (4038 athletes, 955 non-athlete encounters). 1395 athletes (12.4% of all athletes) and 393 non-athletes sought treatment. For all four provider disciplines, in addition to TIIB, the primary reason for athlete attendance was for recovery (52% of all encounters), followed by injury treatment (30%), and maintenance (16%). Athletes reported “injury” as the main reason for physical therapy (92% of all encounters, 2.8 encounters per athlete), chiropractic (94%, 1.9) and osteopathy (91%, 1.8) visits. Almost all TIIB visits were used for recovery (98% of all TIIB encounters; 2.1 encounters per athlete). Athletes from handball (37% of all handball athletes), followed by judo (22%), and athletics (21%), presented the largest user groups.
(Class: 60:05) Immunology and Viral load updates for the sports chIropractor, without question this has taken the world by storm in 2020 and has an understanding of the athlete’s immune system.
(Class 60:25) Dr. Martin Isaksson and Dr. Christine Foss take you on a journey on what it was like to work at the Rio Olympics, giving you an insight into the Olympic Village, polyclinic, different professions, and presenting a nice case study of one of the athletes.
(Class: 52:52) The breath of life and the breadth of sport. This class presented by Dr. Mika Janhunen takes us on an overview of basic breathing and physiology with application to sport. The word breath and spirit are the same in many languages. Historically the “strength of one’s breath” has been a measure of one’s vitality. The breath has a direct and indirect influence on pretty much all bodily functions.
(Class: 53:13) Dr. Thomas Hyde explores and talks about a new way of looking at the knee, noting some studies, case studies, and note some great additional reading material for you to expand your knowledge.
Performance Health is a leader in consumer healthcare and the largest global manufacturer and distributor of products to the rehabilitation and sports medicine markets. The company’s products are sold to leading healthcare facilities and practitioners such as physical therapists, athletic trainers, and chiropractors, as well as direct to consumers. 
Snedden Hall and Gallop is the oldest independent law firm in Canberra, Australia. We have provided legal services in the Canberra region for almost 60 years. Our services range from corporate and commercial, including commercial litigation, through to private client services, such as wills and estate planning, conveyancing, and personal injury claims. We approach our clients as colleagues. We don’t work for you, but with you. Your business is our business.
Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) has been a leader in educating students to be competent and caring integrative healthcare practitioners for over 100 years. SCU has a history of providing the highest levels of patient care and has gained a reputation for excellence in an evidence-informed curriculum. SCU is the best place to prepare for a successful, significant, and rewarding career.
Boiron, a world leader in homeopathic medicines, is best known for its popular Arnicare® line of pain relievers and Oscillococcinum® flu reliever. Founded in 1932 by Jean and Henri Boiron, the company provides a full line of low-risk options to benefit patients and health care professionals in more than 50 countries. As a pharmaceutical company, Boiron maintains the highest standards in manufacturing, complying with U.S. Food and Drug Administration regulations, the <em> Homeopathic Pharmacopoeia of the United States, and drug Good Manufacturing Practices.
Through the research and development conducted by Toronto Chiropractor Lyman Johnson and with the help of Mechanical Engineers from Magna International Inc., Thumper® designed and patented the Vibrotoner, the first deep muscle percussion massager, in 1974. This first percussive massager was designed specifically to release muscle tension on a patient before a chiropractic adjustment. With years of product development and continuous improvement, this first massager has developed into our Maxi Pro Massager, the model most widely used by chiropractors on their patients around the world. In 2019, we launched the Lithium8 – the first battery-powered Thumper and the only percussive massager of its kind.
FICS is a proud partner and supporter of WFC. The WFC’s strength comes from its partnerships with and support from the national and international organizations representing all aspects of the profession – education, accreditation, research, examining and licensing boards, and specialty areas of practice such as orthopedics, radiology and sports chiropractic. WFC Vision: A world where people may enjoy universal access to chiropractic so that populations may thrive and reach their full potential.
GAISF is the Global Association of International Sports Federations, an umbrella body composed of autonomous and independent International Sports Federations and other international sport and event-related organizations. Founded in 1967, GAISF is a key pillar of the greater sports movement and acts as the voice for its 95 Members, which include both Olympic and non-Olympic sports bodies.
ICSSPE is the world’s largest network of organizations and institutions concerned with sport, sport science, and physical education, accounting for millions of people. Among others, the Council belongs to the associated bodies of UNESCO and co-operates with the sport movement. By fostering sport, exercise, education, and health, ICSSPE contributes to the development of human society.
The principal aim of the IWGA is to develop the popularity of the sports governed by its Member Federations, to improve their prominence through excellent sporting achievements, and to conserve all the traditional values of sport through The World Games. Since its establishment on May 21, 1980, IWGA membership has increased from 12 to 37 Member Federations.
CSIT has its roots in the Workers’ Sports Movement and is based on the historic ideas of the international labor movement: equality and solidarity in sports. The CSIT has been founded in Ghent/Belgium on May 10th, 1913 and after theWorld Wars CSIT re-established, first in Luzern/Switzerland (September 14th, 1920) and second in Brussels/Belgium (May 30th, 1946) with the name “Comité Sportif International du Travail”. Since 1973 CSIT is a member of SportAccord (formerly GAIFS) and has been recognized by the IOC on October 31st, 1986 as you can read in the following.
The representation of athletes in all processes of the International Ju-Jitsu is an important issue for JJIF. The statues are granting two positions (female and male) in the JJIF board for athletes representation with full rights to vote. The Athlete Committee represents the Athletes within the JJIF. It is elected by all active Athletes every 4 years. On this page, you can find the current members and their contact information.
The International Federation of American Football (IFAF) is the international governing body for the sport of American football and is responsible for all regulatory, competition, performance, and development aspects of the game on a global level.
After the passage of the initial stages of its life and at the dawn of an exciting new century, IFMA had grown to 130 member countries worldwide with 5 continental federations, together with existing under a single, unified regulatory body. IFMA accepts and recognizes the mission and role of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). IFMA will always conform and respect the Olympic charter, adopt the code of ethics based on the principles of the IOC.
Tug of War International Federation: As an International Federation, our mission is to provide the structure and good governance necessary for the well-being and development of the sport of Tug of War throughout the world. Our Primary Objective is to attain a sufficiently high level of excellence and universality to expedite our acceptance by the International Olympic Committee as a sport within the program of the Olympic Games, a status held by our sport in the early years of the 20th century.
The International Waterski and Wakeboard Federation (IWWF) is the world governing body for all towed water sports and has 90+ affiliated member Federations worldwide. It was founded in Geneva, Switzerland in 1946 and is recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) as the sole authority governing all towed water sports.
The International Fitball Association is the world governing body for all Fistball sports being responsible for the Promotion and Development of Fistball around the world. The IFA is responsible for the approval of all sporting regulations in Fistball and the sanctioning of any kind of World Championships and World Cups.
The International Sepaktakraw Federation, commonly known as ISTAF, is the international governing body for the sport of sepaktakraw. It was formed in 1988 and its main goal currently is to spread Sepaktakraw into 75 different countries and ultimately make it an Olympic sport.
Kurash is a very ancient sport with roots going back to more than three millenniums. It started in Asia but today it is a truly international sport with federations in more than 100 countries in Africa, Asia, Europe, Oceania, and Pan America. Our aim is to make Kurash as popular as possible, to share its ancient values and philosophy with people from around the world, most importantly with the growing generation.
Kickboxing is a modern contact fighting sport created on the basis of many traditional combat sports and martial arts. Kickboxing is a unique Western response to many Eastern martial arts. It can be practiced on the competitive or recreational levels depending on the aspirations of the kickboxer, but for sure it is a sport designed to improve your overall health, strength, and endurance.
The International Powerlifting Federation continues to grow from strength to strength as an acclaimed international sporting federation. In all areas of our endeavor; anti-doping, ethics, equality, and access for all, coaching, rules and standards, media coverage, event management – we have advanced forward for the betterment of our athletes, the progress of our sport, and the achievement of our goals.
rch shows that exercise plays a vital role in protection and recovery from injury and disease. Dynamic Tape helps you manage load, movement, and function so you get the right exercise at the right time. Build a better you with Dynamic Tape.
Turkish Chiropractic Sports Council
Bahrain Chiropractic Association
The Danish Chiropractors’ Association (DCA) is a professional association organizing chiropractors and chiropractic students. DCA seeks to ensure that chiropractic is practised under well-organized and regulated conditions.
Since 1904, University of Western States has been a nonprofit, regionally accredited, private university comprising a diverse student body and offering highly focused and renowned programs in the areas of chiropractic, functional medicine, nutrition, sports medicine, sport and performance psychology, clinical mental health counseling and diagnostic imaging.
Vietnam Independent Sports Chiropractors
Federacion Mexicana de Quiropractica Deportiva
Hellenic Chiropractic Sports Council
Parker students are ambitious, compassionate, energetic, and prepared. Prepared for their career, and to become industry leaders. Prepared with techniques and knowledge gained with real-world experience.
The Doctor of Chiropractic degree program at Palmer College of chiropractic’s main campus in Davenport, Iowa; Palmer College of Chiropractic Florida, in Port Orange, Fla.; and Palmer College of Chiropractic West, in San Jose, California. Website: 
Advances innovative models of integrative care to lead people to live happier, healthier lives. Whether you’re a student considering a career in health sciences, a practitioner looking to enhance your skills, or an individual seeking care at one of our multidisciplinary clinics, Northwestern Health Sciences University welcomes you to experience our community of healers. Our goal is to transform health care through patient-centered, evidence-based, care that optimizes health and well-being.
Providing students superior training, giving them the confidence to be the health care leaders of tomorrow. Since 1935, Logan has remained grounded in chiropractic education, while continuously enriching academic options with degree offerings in health sciences. Logan graduates employ a holistic approach to health and wellness to meet the demand for less-invasive, lower-cost treatments, and comprehensive care and lead the integrated health care industry.
ACCESSIBLE AND LIVELY, THE UNIVERSITÉ DU QUÉBEC À TROIS-RIVIÈRES OPENS ITS DOORS TO A WORLD OF KNOWLEDGE AND CHALLENGES.
