Consumption of analgesics in American football, in the Federal State of Hesse, Germany: protocol of a cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Considering the rising popularity of American football (AF) in Germany, particularly in the Federal State of Hesse, this study explores the concerning issue of analgesic consumption among players. The study aims to investigate analgesic use patterns and players' awareness of risks, focusing on gender differences, medical care impact, positional intensity, league level and knowledge influence. The study aims to collect data that will contribute to the development of targeted preventive health measures, such as education and sensitising coaches during coaching licence courses and strategies to enhance medication safety in AF.

Methods and analysis

The cross-sectional study includes an online questionnaire targeting adult AF players in Hesse, Germany, during the 202

SUBMITTER: Wienecke AV 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11881184 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature