title: Introduction to rehabilitation.
abstract: Rehabilitation plays an integral role when it comes to managing sports injuries in a safe and timely manner. Doing so competently allows for a greater chance of quick recovery and ultimate success on and off the field. Understanding the goals of rehabilitation and how to enhance communication between all providers who are involved with athlete care is critical to the process. The purpose of this article is to thoroughly explain the steps and critical components of a rehabilitation process designed specifically for each athlete's needs.
authors: Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, Sports Medicine and Athletic Related Trauma (SMART) Institute, College of Medicine, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL 33612, USA. jkonin@health.usf.edu
authors: Jeff G
authors: JG
authors: Konin
mesh_terms: D001265:Athletic Injuries / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D006040:Goals; D006801:Humans; D024382:Professional Role; D012017:Referral and Consultation / Q000458:organization & administration; D013038:Specialization; D013178:Sports Medicine