Abstract: This article contains updated extracts of the article, ‘SPORTS MEDIENCE’ which was published in ‘History of Medicine in Sri Lanka’ by Sri Lanka Medical Association (SLMA). “Organized physical activity for persons of all ages, performance enhancement of elite athletes, physical activity and exercise for health, recreational sports, and all aspects of formal exercise training need to follow the principles advocated in the science and technology of sports and exercise medicine to achieve enhancement in performance and obtain the benefits of exercise for health.” Published on 2018-11-01 00:00:00
Abstract: It is with great pleasure that we present to you the much awaited 1st edition of the Sri Lankan Journal of Sports and Exercise Medicine (SLJSEM) at the inauguration ceremony of the 4th Scientific Sessions of the Sri Lanka Sports Medicine Association on 24th of November 2018.This Journal will be a good opportunity and a great platform for all persons involved in Sports and Exercise Medicine, especially the MD trainees to publish their research work, case reports or any other interesting articles.I am very thankful to our Editor, Dr. Chathuranga Ranasinghe for taking the initiative and for his commitment and tireless work in making the first edition of the Sri Lankan Journal of Sports and Exercise Medicine a reality.My gratitude goes to all who contributed articles towards the first edition and hope it would be an encouragement for others to get their work published.My best wishes for the success of the Journal and hope you enjoy reading it.Dr. Eshan Jayaweera MBBS (Kelaniya), D.Sp.Med.(Col), MD Orthopaedics (SL), MRCS (Ed) Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon President SLSMA Published on 2018-11-01 00:00:00
Abstract: It is with great pleasure that I send this message to the inaugural journal of the Sri Lanka Sports Medicine Association (SLSMA), the Sri Lankan Journal of Sports and Exercise Medicine (SLJSEM).There was a need for a scientific journal for Sri Lanka in the area of Sports and Exercise Medicine for a long time where SLSMA was able meet the need. SLJSEM will be able to deliver up-to-date scientific knowledge to the Sri Lankan Sports Medicine community in the years to come. It will most importantly build a forum to the local scientists, undergraduate and post graduate students to showcase and disseminate the new knowledge which is a necessity to propagate advancement of the science in sport.SLJSEM will be launched at the inauguration ceremony of the 4th Scientific Sessions of the Sri Lanka Sports Medicine Association (SLSMA) on 24th of November 2018 at Waters Edge Baththaramulla.On behalf of SLJSEM, I wish to extend my warm thanks to the local and international experts in the editorial board and the reviewers, for making this daunting task achievable. My thanks to the authors for providing articles to this landmark publication.I take this opportunity to thank all our teachers, academics, scientists and clinicians who have worked to uplift the science of Sports and Exercise Medicine in Sri Lanka, which has led us to this date. My respect to our advisors Dr. Upali Banagala, Prof. Rohan Jayasekara and Dr. C Thurairaja for their continuous motivation and guidance and Dr. Prasanna Gamage for always being a part and parcel of this work. My special gratitude to the president, Dr. Eshan Jayaweera and the council of SLSMA for providing all needed support. Our printer Ananda Press, Colombo, Mr. Devendra for a timely and professional work and our sponsors are remembered with much appreciation at this moment.Hope knowledge will be created and disseminated through SLJSEM in the future, for the advancement of science and medicine in sport.Dr. Chathuranga Ranasinghe MBBS (Col), D.Sp.Med. (Col), PhD (QUT-Aus) Specialist in Sports and Exercise Medicine Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo Editor SLSMA and SLJSEM Published on 2018-11-01 00:00:00
Abstract: The Sri Lanka Sports Medicine Association (SLSMA) is organizing the 4th Scientific Sessions this year in collaboration with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and National Olympic Committee (NOC) of Sri Lanka under the theme “Exercise is Medicine Exercise is Wellness” from 24th to 26th November 2018 at Olympic House, Colombo, Sri Lanka. The event is endorsed by the Asian Federation of Sports Medicine (AFSM). Published on 2018-11-01 00:00:00
Abstract: Introduction: Telemedicine has been practised for many decades since initial documentation in 1940s when radiology images were sent between two townships in Pennsylvania via telephone lines. Bioinstrumentation and transmission of astronauts’ vital parameters to ground based flight surgeons came to forefront during NASA’s space programme in 1960s. During following decades, telemedicine was used in multiple medical specialties as a mode of patient assessment. Use of telemedicine in Rehabilitation Medicine is relatively recent. As multidisciplinary coordinated care led by rehabilitation physicians and allied clinicians is required, proformas are used in tele rehabilitation assessments. Proformas help to generate a clinical document with medical and allied health assessments in one clinical record. Currently, delivery of rehabilitation services is further empowered, enhanced and in evolution with the installation of dedicated software programmes for use by allied health clinicians. Most units operating tele medicine for rehabilitation medical services use trained proctor with the client/patient to enable more comprehensive examination to aid clinical decision when the physician is stationed in a distant site. Published on 2018-11-01 00:00:00
Abstract: Athletes can improve their performance through training and recovery. To achieve their real potential, proper training load manipulation and adequate recovery are essential. Coaches and sports scientists use various methods to monitor athletes training load and recovery. However, most of the testing methods used in the fields are invasive, time-consuming and need specialised knowledge to collect and analyse data. Most importantly, these methods are not feasible to use in the field and expensive for everyday use. Heart Rate Variability (HRV) has been recognised as a reliable and non-invasive method to objectively monitor athletes during sports and exercise training that can be easily employed in the field. This article provides an overview to the heart rate variability methods and discusses its implications in monitoring athletes during sports and exercise. Published on 2018-11-01 00:00:00
Abstract: Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury is a common reported injury in an athlete. Historically, with the first description of the structure of ACL in 150 AD, the surgical repair and reconstruction techniques have evolved. Over the years the ACL surgery was done as direct repair, reconstruction, anatomical repair, intra-articular repair and extra-articular repair. This narrative review will discuss the different modes and techniques used for surgery chronologically, the challenges and outcomes with regard to the surgery, and the latest techniques used to improve patient outcome. Published on 2018-11-01 00:00:00
Abstract: This article is based on the detailed inception report on technical evaluation, which was presented on request to the Ministry of Sports, Sri Lanka in June 2017, proposing the establishment of a Sports Medicine Human Performance and Research Centre at the planned High Altitude Training Centre (HATC), Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka. The report was compiled by the Sports Medicine and Research Evaluation Team at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo and the Project Consultancy Unit, University of Moratuwa in collaboration with international content experts. The objective of this report was to inform the Sports Medicine requirements that should be considered during development of the high altitude training centre in Sri Lanka. This article discusses the scientific basis of altitude training, the global context listing several international centres for altitude training and the Sri Lankan context with the assessment of the environmental suitability and recommendations based on available evidence. Published on 2018-11-01 00:00:00
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