An HBCU track-and-field student-athlete perspective on the role of the pharmacist and physical therapist in sports.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Pharmacy is a profession with the capacity to provide services in a variety of venues, including sports and sporting events. The physical therapy profession is often involved in treating the injured athlete; however, direct interactions with collegiate sport teams is limited and inconsistent. A literature review showed a limited and inconsistent role of the pharmacist and physical therapist in sports, especially at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU).

Objective

To examine collegiate track-and-field student-athlete perceptions related to the role of the pharmacist and physical therapist.

Methods

A cross-sectional study using a convenience sample was conducted to assess the perceptions of NCAA track-and-field student-athletes from a HBCU. A su

SUBMITTER: Yesko B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10188624 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature