News & Events

We’re working on a number of initiatives to expand participation and safety in sports. See what we’re up to.
December 21, 2020 News & Events

Exercise Rx one of 10 winners of CoMotion Innovation Gap Fund

Over 20 University of Washington research teams presented their innovations to a panel of judges for the fall CoMotion Innovation Gap Fund, held during a three-day virtual event in November. The projects ranged from rapid medical imaging, toxic contaminant cleanup, workplace injury prevention, and protein design applications that treat the deadliest complications of COVID-19....

August 27, 2020 News & Events

New Recommendations Steer Doctors Away from Opioids to Treat Pain in Adolescent Athletes

Athletes at all levels and ages commonly experience pain during practice and in competition. Identifying and appropriately managing acute and chronic pain is fundamental for short- and long-term health. This is especially true for adolescent athletes in whom inadequate or inappropriate pain management can lead to a lifetime of consequences including an increased risk of opioid misuse. A team physician consensus statement just released by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), The Sports Institute and four other professional sports medicine organizations shares guidelines to identify and manage pain in athletes ages 10 to 18. It urges team physicians and...

August 25, 2020 News & Events

Boost Your Immunity with Physical Activity

Looking for ways to improve your health? Physical activity enhances the immune system, improves mood, increases strength and is vital to our health and well-being. Hear from institute faculty members Drs. Cindy Lin and Sara Chrisman on the importance of physical activity for youth and adults during the COVID-19 pandemic. ...