39th Annual Student Research Conference
Psychological Readiness of Return to Play
Lydia M. Feiste
Dr. Brandy Schneider, Faculty Mentor
Athletes who return to play before being psychologically ready may be at a higher risk for reinjury. This study assessed the psychological readiness to return to play after an injury in college athletes at various stages of rehabilitation. Twenty current student-athletes (N=10 males, N=10 females) in various stages of rehabilitation from a sports injury completed a mixed-methods survey including the ACL-RSI, demographic data, and confidence levels. Athletes who have high confidence in their rehabilitation program tend to be more confident (80%) in returning to play. Females feel more frustrated (60%) about their rehabilitation program. Eighty percent feel positive about the prospect of returning to play. Data indicates that rehabilitation confidence is important in returning to play from an injury.
Keywords: Athletes , Psychological, injury , Rehabilitation , confidence , return
Topic(s):Exercise Science
Presentation Type: Oral Presentation
Session: -5
Location: SUB 3203
Time: 2:00