Scientists have linked certain genes that could play a role in how fast or strong a person becomes and the mail-order kits claim to identify these genes. Linn Golberg, MD, head of the sports medicine department at Oregon Health Sciences University, said in the report there isn’t any evidence to support the efficacy of these kits.
Dr. Goldberg said decisions about children’s health should be made by physicians instead of these testing products. An FDA advisory panel is looking into better ways to regulate mail-order genetic tests.
Read the KGW report on mail-order tests for youth sports.
Read other coverage on sports medicine:
– 11 Biggest Trends in Sports Medicine for 2011
– 24 Orthopedic Practices With Great Sports Medicine Programs
