Sports Screening and Malpractice
A person who wants to play in a high school or college sports league typically must first undergo a basic physical screening to see if they are healthy enough for strenuous sports. Sadly, some athletes can suffer from a variety of serious conditions that may lead to an inability to handle high-stress sports. If these individuals cannot physically manage the rigors of their chosen sport, the doctor is not supposed to allow them to play.
In some cases, a doctor’s failure to detect and diagnose a preexisting health condition can lead to serious injury or even death due to playing sports. For additional information regarding your malpractice claim options after a sports injury, contact the Philadelphia medical malpractice lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., by calling 215-238-1130 today.
Problems with Insufficient Screening Practices
Athletes looking to play in a sports league need to be adequately cleared by a doctor. Most sports often take a heavy toll on the body during a game or even practice, pushing breathing, heart rate, and motor functions to an unusually high limit. If a person suffers from an unnoticed condition, such as a heart defect, these sports may prove catastrophically dangerous.
The following problems may arise if an athlete is not properly screened before being allowed to play:
- Heart attack
- Stroke
- Bone fractures
- Cartilage and muscle injuries
- Organ and tissue damage
- Lung dysfunction
These complications can prove potentially life-threatening in some situations. Thus, it is imperative that a doctor adequately tests for conditions that may lead to these injuries and other serious health concerns.
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If you or someone you love has suffered because of a hidden complication that should have been detected during a physical, there may be legal action available. For more information regarding your legal options, contact the Philadelphia medical negligence attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., today at 215-238-1130.