The RIAI captures an athlete's current emotional state regarding their injury risk, providing a more nuanced view than general anxiety scales (like GAD-7).
A unique feature of the RIAI is its ability to track how anxiety shifts from the clinical setting (Rehab) to the field (Competition). An athlete may score low on Rehab anxiety but show a significant spike in Competition anxiety, indicating a need for "Psychological Skills Training" even if they are physically 100%.
Walker N, et al.
The Re-injury Anxiety Inventory (RIAI): development and psychometric properties.
