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Functional Athletic Diagnostics

Meaning

Functional Athletic Diagnostics is a specialized branch of clinical assessment that evaluates an athlete’s physiological status by focusing on the functional reserve and adaptive capacity of key biological systems, rather than merely identifying overt pathology. This involves comprehensive analysis of the neuroendocrine, metabolic, and musculoskeletal systems to pinpoint sub-optimal function that limits performance or increases injury risk. Key biomarkers, including hormone profiles, inflammatory markers, and nutrient status, are used to create a holistic, actionable map of the athlete’s internal state. This approach shifts the focus from treating injury to proactive, systemic optimization.