Episode Details

Join Stephania Bell, PT, OCS, CSCS, senior writer and injury analyst for ESPN, as she sits down with Caitlin McGee, MS, PT, DPT, a leader in esports medicine. Together, they dive into the world of competitive gaming and show how PTs can prevent injuries, improve performance, and make a real impact on esports athletes.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• Common injuries affecting competitive gamers—and how to treat them

• Why esports medicine is an emerging field every PT should know about

• Multidisciplinary approaches that enhance performance and reduce injury risk

• How to get involved in esports medicine as a PT

• Insights from Dr. McGee’s research and textbook contributions

Whether you’re a student, early-career clinician, or seasoned PT, this episode gives you actionable strategies and expert advice to stay ahead in a growing niche of physical therapy.

Target Audience:

Physical therapists (students, early career, and experienced clinicians), Rehab professionals interested in niche practice areas, Sports medicine clinicians exploring emerging populations, PT educators and program directors