On the U.S. team, there’s a staff of at least 10 doctors and coaches that are all responsible for player health, and they are measuring players’ heart rates, hydration, and movements during running, jumping and playing to improve efficiency.
New Tools
“When you talk about injury prevention and the doctor using GPS, it’s part of the overall package,” said Kammarman. “All these technologies and tools didn’t exist in the past and they give you a much more specific picture. These tools aren’t just for injury prevention measures, they’re also for performing.”
GPS systems have typically been used for coaches to track positioning and they can also be used to track exertion and energy expenditure, according to Terry. That information combined with other factors such as cardiovascular efficiency and hydration can help staff work with players to minimize risk of injury .... http://govtslaves.info
