Volume : 11, Issue : 10, October – 2024
Title:
THE ROLE OF PARAMEDICS IN MANAGING SPORTS INJURIES: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW OF FIRST AID PRACTICES
Authors :
Faisal Farhan Thiyab Alanazi, Khalid Hamdan Alhurayji , Fahed Hobaitr Al rashid , Thamer Nazal Dakhel Alshammari , Abdulmajeed khulaif Alshammari, Eissa Thani Alshammari, Fahad Abdulkarim Alnahdh
Abstract :
Objective: This systematic review examines the role of paramedics in managing sports injuries, focusing on first aid practices, effectiveness, and challenges. The study aims to synthesize existing literature to identify best practices and areas for improvement in pre-hospital care for sports-related injuries.
Methods: A systematic search of electronic databases, including PubMed, Scopus, and the Cochrane Library, was conducted to identify studies published between 2010 and 2024. Keywords such as “sports injuries,” “paramedics,” and “first aid” were used. Studies were included if they focused on paramedic-led first aid interventions during sports events and met predefined inclusion criteria. Data were extracted and analyzed following PRISMA guidelines.
Results: The review included 30 studies from diverse regions, covering a range of sports and injury types. Common interventions by paramedics included immobilization, CPR, wound management, and treatment of concussions. Results indicated that prompt and skilled first aid by paramedics significantly improved patient outcomes and reduced complications. However, challenges such as resource limitations, lack of standardized protocols, and insufficient sports-specific training were identified.
Conclusion: Paramedics play a critical role in the immediate management of sports injuries, and their interventions are vital for minimizing harm and facilitating recovery. The findings highlight the need for standardized training programs and enhanced resources to support paramedics in sports settings. Further research is recommended to address existing gaps and explore advanced tools for pre-hospital care in sports emergencies.
Keywords: Sports injuries, paramedics, first aid, pre-hospital care, emergency response.
Cite This Article:
Please cite this article in press Faisal Farhan Thiyab Alanazi et al., The Role Of Paramedics In Managing Sports Injuries: A Systematic Review Of First Aid Practices..,Indo Am. J. P. Sci, 2024; 11 (10).
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