Date of Award
Summer 6-14-2024
Document Type
Open Access Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Medical Science (MMSc)
First Advisor
Samantha Smith, MD
Abstract
Male Athlete Triad is a syndrome of three interrelated conditions, low energy availability, functional hypogonadism and low bone mineral density, leading to adverse outcomes including bone stress injuries. Evidence-based techniques for preventing bone stress injury in those at risk for Male Athlete Triad have not been identified in existing research. Nutrition education programs can increase athletes’ energy intake and subsequently, energy availability. Therefore, we seek to determine whether a nutrition education program will reduce the incidence of bone stress injuries among collegiate athletes at risk for Male Athlete Triad. Our randomized controlled trial will assess the relative risk of bone stress injury between athletes participating in a 1-year nutrition education program and controls receiving standard of care. Results will add to understanding the relationship between low energy availability and bone stress injury, informing future injury prevention strategies.
Recommended Citation
Brite, Brianna, "Nutrition Education to Prevent Bone Stress Injuries in Collegiate Male Athletes: A Randomized Trial" (2024). Yale School of Medicine Physician Associate Program Theses. 219.
https://elischolar.library.yale.edu/ysmpa_theses/219
Comments
This is an open access thesis.