Advancing Athletic Recovery: The Role of Occupational Therapy in Sports Medicine

Authors

• Hannah E. Oakerson, University of St. Augustine for Health SciencesFollow
• Rebecca King, University of St. Augustine for Health SciencesFollow
• Rebecca Caudrillier, University of St. Augustine for Health SciencesFollow

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Description

This capstone project aimed to assess whether an occupation-based educational program could improve recovery engagement, self-efficacy, and quality of life in athletes following sports-related injuries. An Athlete Recovery Guidebook was designed, implemented, and evaluated within an outpatient sports medicine setting. The guidebook provided structured education on recovery routines, symptom management, and health habits, while supporting integration into daily life. Findings from pre- and post-surveys and qualitative feedback suggest improvements in recovery knowledge, confidence, body awareness, and overall quality of life following program implementation.

Publication Date

Spring 4-22-2026

Publisher

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Keywords

Occupational therapy, Sports medicine, Athletes, Quality of life

Medical Subject Headings

Occupational therapy, Sports medicine, Athletes, Quality of life

Disciplines

Occupational Therapy | Sports Sciences

Comments

Poster presented at the OTD Capstone Symposium held at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences April 22, 2026.

Recommended Citation

Oakerson, H. E., King, R., & Caudrillier, R. (2026, April 22). Advancing Athletic Recovery: The Role of Occupational Therapy in Sports Medicine. Poster presented at the Virtual OTD Capstone Symposium, University of St Augustine for Health Sciences. Retrieved from https://soar.usa.edu/otdcapstonesspring2026/28