The Female and Male Athlete Triad describe a condition of three interrelated conditions: low energy availability/energy deficiency (with or without disordered eating), functional hypothalamic amenorrhea (females) or hypothalamic hypogonadism (males), and low bone mineral density (with or without bone stress injury). In this session, join a distinguished professor, associate team physician, and sports dietitian as they share findings from recent research and provide insights on the scientific basis of the Triad and the clinical application of the screening, diagnosis, treatment, and management of the condition.
Practical applications for dietitians evaluating athletes' energy status, risk of energy deficiency and recommendations for screening tools, and related biomarkers will be reviewed. The session will also address best practice recommendations for multidisciplinary treatment teams managing the care of athletes with the Triad.