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This project addressed gaps in knowledge and skills among athletes and coaches regarding the social, physical, and environmental dimensions of wellness, which impact participation, health, quality of life, and overall wellness. The purpose was to create a wellness guide focused on the social, physical, and environmental dimensions of wellness, which may inhibit participation, health, quality of life, and overall wellness while fostering social inclusion and accommodating individual abilities to reduce injury risk and promote motivation. Though research on occupational therapy (OT) in sports is limited, emerging studies highlight the importance of participation for long-term independence. Environmental barriers like accessibility issues underscore the need for inclusive sports facility designs. The project focuses on short-term outcomes, including inclusive design adoption and practices that build camaraderie and self-confidence. Long-term goals involve helping athletes achieve personal objectives through enhanced sports participation, thus improving their health and quality of life. Satisfaction surveys and feedback indicated strong engagement from the sports community, showcasing the guidebook's effectiveness. In conclusion, expanding OT's role in sports medicine emphasizes the need for further research on the guidebook’s impact and the creation of wellness resources for specific athlete populations.
Publication Date
Spring 4-24-2025
Publisher
University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
Keywords
Quality of life, Motivation, Social inclusion, Feedback, Goals, Occupational therapy, Athletes, Sports medicine, Personal satisfaction, Facility design and construction
Medical Subject Headings
Quality of life, Motivation, Social inclusion, Feedback, Goals, Occupational therapy, Athletes, Sports medicine, Personal satisfaction, Facility design and construction
Disciplines
Education | Medicine and Health Sciences | Occupational Therapy | Social and Behavioral Sciences
Recommended Citation
Allen, OTS, S., Khan-Farooqi, PhD, OTD, OTR, L., & Andersen, OTD, OTR, E. (2025, April 24). Thriving Beyond Barriers: A Wellness Guide for Athletes and Coaches. Poster presented at the Virtual OTD Capstone Symposium, University of St Augustine for Health Sciences. Retrieved from https://soar.usa.edu/otdcapstonesspring2025/30
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Poster presented at the in-person OTD Capstone Symposium, held at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences on April 24, 2025.