Rehab 142 - Understanding Esports: Physiological Demands and Training Recommendations

Course overview

Understanding Esports: Physiological Demands and Training Recommendations, explores the unique health challenges and performance needs of competitive gamers. While esports is performed from a seated position, it places significant physiological, musculoskeletal, visual, and cognitive demands on athletes. The course reviews current research on stress responses, physical activity integration, ergonomic concerns, and strategies to reduce sedentary health risks. For occupational and physical therapists, this course highlights how principles of ergonomics, injury prevention, physical conditioning, and stress management can be applied to the growing population of esports athletes. By understanding the physical and cognitive demands of gaming, therapists can develop targeted interventions that promote health, prevent overuse injuries, and optimize performance for both recreational and professional players.