Esports Medicine for PTs: Preventing & Treating Gamer Injuries
Description
Join Stephania Bell, PT, OCS, CSCS, senior writer and injury analyst for ESPN, as she sits down with Caitlin McGee, MS, PT, DPT, a leader in esports medicine. Together, they dive into the world of competitive gaming and show how PTs can prevent injuries, improve performance, and make a real impact on esports athletes.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
• Common injuries affecting competitive gamers—and how to treat them
• Why esports medicine is an emerging field every PT should know about
• Multidisciplinary approaches that enhance performance and reduce injury risk
• How to get involved in esports medicine as a PT
• Insights from Dr. McGee’s research and textbook contributions
Whether you’re a student, early-career clinician, or seasoned PT, this episode gives you actionable strategies and expert advice to stay ahead in a growing niche of physical therapy.
Target Audience:
Physical therapists (students, early career, and experienced clinicians), Rehab professionals interested in niche practice areas, Sports medicine clinicians exploring emerging populations, PT educators and program directors
United States
