Recent Advances in the Diagnosis and Management of Sports Injuries

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue of Diagnostics is devoted to the diagnosis and management of sports injuries and sports-related trauma, with the objective of providing an updated, evidence-based, and comprehensive overview of the major challenges in contemporary sports traumatology. The treatment of musculoskeletal disorders in highly demanding patients—particularly athletes—necessarily begins with accurate and timely diagnosis, which forms the foundation for appropriate therapeutic decision-making and long-term outcomes.

The contributions to this Special Issue will encompass the full spectrum of sports traumatology, from clinical assessment and advanced imaging modalities to surgical and non-surgical interventions. Particular emphasis will be placed on the integration of new diagnostic technologies and innovative treatment strategies that aim to enhance the precision, safety, and quality of patient care. Special attention will also be given to injuries affecting specific joints and to the management of trauma in distinct populations, including professional athletes, women, and children, who present unique diagnostic and therapeutic challenges.

By assembling state-of-the-art reviews and original research from leading experts, this Special Issue intends to provide a 360-degree perspective on sports trauma, fostering the dissemination of knowledge and the advancement of clinical practice for physicians and surgeons engaged in the care of active populations.

Dr. Alberto Grassi
Guest Editor

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