{"id":5523,"date":"2013-11-27T03:38:23","date_gmt":"2013-11-27T02:38:23","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/stg-blogs.bmj.com\/bjsm\/?p=5523"},"modified":"2013-11-27T03:38:23","modified_gmt":"2013-11-27T02:38:23","slug":"an-exsemplary-weekend-for-students-ecosep-congress-commentator-recap","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/stg-blogs.bmj.com\/bjsm\/2013\/11\/27\/an-exsemplary-weekend-for-students-ecosep-congress-commentator-recap\/","title":{"rendered":"An exSEMplary weekend for students \u2013 ECOSEP congress commentator recap"},"content":{"rendered":"

Undergraduate perspective on Sports & Exercise Medicine –<\/span><\/em>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>a BJSM blog series<\/em><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

By <\/b>Mohammed Mahmood<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

I came to ECOSEP, I saw a vast array of SEM and I conquered my Bucket List. For a break from the norm, here is a summary of the Congress through my \u201csports\u2019 commentary parodying\u201d eyes\u2026<\/em><\/p>\n

\"BBCHello ladies, gentlemen, one and all. Welcome to Day One of what promises to be an enthralling two days\u2019 play at the ECOSEP 2013 student Congress. \u00a0So without further ado let\u2019s go for the pre-match pitch inspection.<\/p>\n

As you can\u2019t<\/i> see, I\u2019m standing out here at the historic SW7 of South Kensington with my trusted brolley. Let\u2019s be honest I\u2019m over prepared \u2013 it\u2019s overcast, there\u2019s a bit of a smattering of rain, but this is<\/i> London. \u00a0Let\u2019s take a closer look at the wicket now. \u00a0We can see there\u2019s some general scuffing around the crease, as to be expected with the moisture in the air.\u00a0 At the entry of the Sir Alexander Fleming Building there appears to be a low entry volume of anything but attendees for the congress. \u00a0 And the noise level is picking up now as\u2026 yes, there it is\u2026 the covers are coming off and the umpires are approaching the wicket. We\u2019re about to start\u2026 And I\u2019m still here on the pitch\u2026 Blimey, I better go. \u00a0Oh hang on I forgot my umbrella!<\/p>\n

I\u2019m looking at the schedule and it doesn\u2019t half look like an event.<\/p>\n

On paper they\u2019re lining up with a conventional 2-day weekend system, but we\u2019ll definitely see a flowing game and a change in approach from one day to the next. \u00a0The line up is as follows\u2026<\/p>\n

Day 1<\/b><\/p>\n

A variety of talks spread across the morning with workshop activities in the afternoon, and poster presentations playing just behind in the slips.<\/p>\n

Day 2<\/b><\/p>\n

A core lineup made of joint examinations with small group workshops followed by a strong strike partnership of trauma scenarios.<\/p>\n

And that\u2019s the plan but now to the action – \u00a0GO GO GO<\/i>!.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

And as we approach the first corner it\u2019s a lightning start straight into the career path of an SEM doctor. Dr. Dinesh Srisena is not holding back, it\u2019s pedal to the metal and he\u2019s telling it like it is: handling those chicanes with silky smooth precision but letting us know it takes some work and effort to get there. But every cloud has a silver lining \u2013 the talk ends with a picture of Dinesh relaxing with Linford Christie!<\/p>\n

A swift slick move and we\u2019re into some alternative perspectives from junior Drs. Paul Remy Jones and Liam West. \u00a0The former is sprinting down the wing showing some real passion for research in SEM and invaluable advice on how to get involved. \u00a0For a tall lad he’s good with his research! That is some assist by Dr Jones!\u00a0 Down the other flank is Dr. West, putting in some tasty crosses with how to get involved in Undergraduate SEM activities in the UK & advice on electives with a quick whistle-stop tour of his own experiences in Australia and Qatar. \u00a0Impressive wing play from both.\u00a0 There\u2019s no stopping this move with Sarah Morton providing cover for the more junior students \u2013 the best bits on a BSc in Sports Medicine and her experience of intercalation.<\/p>\n

A short restart and we\u2019re back in business. \u00a0The play is immediately switched and we\u2019ve got some in-depth insights into novel research in the field.\u00a0 A lovely little ball, and Professor Timmons is first in on exercise, ageing and human variation. \u00a0This really is fascinating stuff. \u00a0So much work has gone into this move and the intricacies involved are mind-blowing. \u00a0And a reverse ball plays through Imperial\u2019s very own Professor McGregor. \u00a0Looking relaxed on home turf. Rowing is the name of this research game, notably injury prevention and performance. \u00a0That looks like a back injury.<\/p>\n

Overall, two days of very different aspects of SEM research showcasing the breadth of work involved in this exciting discipline.<\/p>\n

The umpires call a meeting and decide it\u2019s time for lunch. \u00a0After an action-packed first session, it\u2019s now time to chew over the offered delights. \u00a0There are numerous mouthwatering research posters for viewing with the student authors on hand to hit those questions down the ground to the long boundary for 4.<\/p>\n

Refreshment. \u00a0Digestion. \u00a0To preparation. \u00a0Its now time for the \u201cPhysical Activity Afternoon Entertainment Extravaganza\u201d with Dr. Sophie Bates and the team. \u00a0Or \u2018How to prescribe exercise\u2019 for short. \u00a0The attendees are split into four teams. \u00a0 A short video followed by quick-fire problem answering and the competitive claws are out! \u00a0The new ball is out for the grand finale, just like something straight out of Lord Alan Sugar\u2019s pocket: a project task to encourage physical activity in various settings. \u00a0 Some fantastic theoretical projects were created and presented before Dr. Bates gave an inspiration final team talk offering valuable tips on how to get your patients active.<\/p>\n

The rain is pouring down as the delegates return to the course. Prof. John King is clearly in his home territory as he lays down the ball and tees off the joint examinations session with the Knee. \u00a0Hingey! \u00a0Next up Dr. Tom Crisp with a quick rotator around the shoulder. \u00a0Ball and sockety! \u00a0And talar-ing it off, Dr. Pippa Bennett on the foot and ankle. \u00a0Joint overload! \u00a0Differing styles with excellent tips and explanations from the trio. It’s been a tricky but rewarding course so far! The best session? \u00a0Let\u2019s get a hawk eye review in our small group tutoring and practice warm-ups \u2013 and it\u2019s confirmed, an excellent run through of some major examination techniques from all \u2013 Draw! The first of its kind in Musculoskeletal Golf\u2026<\/p>\n

To the afternoon, and we\u2019re straight into the deep end with various on-field trauma simulations from Michelle Rudd. \u00a0The chance to get hands on with scoops, defibrillators and C-spine collars\u2026 and that all-important entonox! \u00a0So many traumas, so little time! \u00a0The message of the day: ABCDE, ABCDE, ABCDE, ABCDE\u2026 It\u2019s like the Jackson 5 meeting Vinnie Jones.\u00a0 There\u2019s fractures, MI, head trauma, hyperthermia. \u00a0So many problems! \u00a0A great taster for the younger students and some invaluable hands-on revision for the older ones.<\/p>\n

There\u2019s inevitably some more \u201cFergie Time\u201d, but things have quickly come to a head for this exceptional weekend.\u00a0 There\u2019s been something for everyone. \u00a0Particular highlights for me: the trauma scenarios \u2013 literally, metaphorically priceless for final year medical student like myself. \u00a0Then there was plenty of informative talks for younger years, as well as practical activities for them and all of the medical, physio and sports science students to sink those incisors into.<\/p>\n

You can’t win the title in October but you can certainly help yourself get closer. And this was a great positive start and a brilliant advert for our game. \u00a0Let’s take it one match at a time and see where we are in 2014.\u00a0 Until then I\u2019ll be gone \u2018til November \u2013 beginning with the BASEM Congress 2013<\/a>\u00a0and ending with SEMSOC 2013<\/a> in Manchester.<\/p>\n

Hope to catch some of you budding SEM enthusiasts there!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Undergraduate perspective on Sports & Exercise Medicine –\u00a0a BJSM blog series By Mohammed Mahmood I came to ECOSEP, I saw a vast array of SEM and I conquered my Bucket List. For a break from the norm, here is a summary of the Congress through my \u201csports\u2019 commentary parodying\u201d eyes\u2026 Hello ladies, gentlemen, one and […]<\/p>\n

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