Evaluating Screening Tools To Predict Musculoskeletal Injury Risks In Tactical Populations: A Critical Appraisal of Topic
Faculty Mentor
Joseph Kardouni
Location
Savannah Ballroom
Type of Research
On-going
Session Format
Poster Presentation
College
Jack Averitt College of Graduate Studies
Department
Doctorate of Physical Therapy
Abstract
Musculoskeletal injuries are the number one cause for reduced readiness in tactical athletes (military, fire service, law enforcement, and first response personnel). Tactical athletes, like traditional athletes, face physical and occupational demands as well as training exposures that place them at risk for musculoskeletal injuries. Screening tests are sometimes performed to evaluate risks of these injuries but are often time-consuming to perform and may not be generalizable from traditional to tactical athletes. The purpose of this study is to find efficient screening tests that can predict the individuals within the tactical occupations who are at greater risk for musculoskeletal injuries. Literature reviews were conducted through Web of Science and PubMed, resulting in 349 articles. All articles populated by the search terms were screened and selected based on relevance to the question of interest, population, injury risk, and suitable for clinical or field settings. Articles that were deemed relevant were then appraised using the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme for cohort studies. Examining the findings and quality of the articles will assist clinicians in choosing the appropriate screening tools for tactical athletes that may identify individuals at greatest risk for a musculoskeletal injury. Results from studies that are then deemed trustworthy will be synthesized. This can help give health and human performance professionals a concise list of valid, quick, and easily administered tests gathered from several sources. These professionals could identify and address modifiable risk factors that could reduce injury risk within tactical athletes. This can help to reduce lost duty days, reduce workforce attrition, and improve the quality of life for the people in these professions.
Program Description
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Start Date
4-21-2026 10:00 AM
End Date
4-21-2026 12:00 PM
Recommended Citation
Frizzell, Emily E. and Luciani, Amelia M., "Evaluating Screening Tools To Predict Musculoskeletal Injury Risks In Tactical Populations: A Critical Appraisal of Topic" (2026). GS4 Student Scholars Symposium. 19.
https://digitalcommons.georgiasouthern.edu/research_symposium/2026A/2026A/19
Evaluating Screening Tools To Predict Musculoskeletal Injury Risks In Tactical Populations: A Critical Appraisal of Topic
Savannah Ballroom
Musculoskeletal injuries are the number one cause for reduced readiness in tactical athletes (military, fire service, law enforcement, and first response personnel). Tactical athletes, like traditional athletes, face physical and occupational demands as well as training exposures that place them at risk for musculoskeletal injuries. Screening tests are sometimes performed to evaluate risks of these injuries but are often time-consuming to perform and may not be generalizable from traditional to tactical athletes. The purpose of this study is to find efficient screening tests that can predict the individuals within the tactical occupations who are at greater risk for musculoskeletal injuries. Literature reviews were conducted through Web of Science and PubMed, resulting in 349 articles. All articles populated by the search terms were screened and selected based on relevance to the question of interest, population, injury risk, and suitable for clinical or field settings. Articles that were deemed relevant were then appraised using the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme for cohort studies. Examining the findings and quality of the articles will assist clinicians in choosing the appropriate screening tools for tactical athletes that may identify individuals at greatest risk for a musculoskeletal injury. Results from studies that are then deemed trustworthy will be synthesized. This can help give health and human performance professionals a concise list of valid, quick, and easily administered tests gathered from several sources. These professionals could identify and address modifiable risk factors that could reduce injury risk within tactical athletes. This can help to reduce lost duty days, reduce workforce attrition, and improve the quality of life for the people in these professions.
