A Case of Dyspnea and Cough in Young Man After Climb in Colorado
The patient develops cough and dyspnea while climbing Pike’s Peak in Colorado, climbing 4000 feet to the elevation of 12,400 ft.
Sports Medicine
OrthoDx: Lower Back Pain in Lacrosse Player
An 18-year-old athlete with chronic lower back pain for over a year reports new-onset pain and weakness down the right leg that started a few months ago. What is the most likely diagnosis?
Nonopioid Regimen Controls Postoperative Pain in Knee, Shoulder Surgery
Multimodal nonopioid regimen of NSAIDs and muscle relaxants provides similar or better pain control than opioids in ACL and rotator cuff surgeries.
About 2.7 Million ED Visits Reported for Sports Injuries in 2010 to 2016
Analgesics were given or prescribed at 63.9% of ED visits; percentage increased with age.
Running Participation Linked to Reduced Risk for Mortality
Based on data from 232,149 participants, significant reductions seen in all-cause, CV, cancer mortality.
Risk, Severity of CTE Increase With Years of Football Played
Risk for developing chronic traumatic encephalopathy increased by 30% per year of football played.
Sports Specialization Ups Injury Risk, Especially in Girls
Volume of vigorous activity is a strong predictor of injuries for both boys and girls.
NFL Seasons of Play, Playing Position Affect Mental Health
Seasons of professional play and playing position in NFL linked to cognition-related quality of life.
Recovery From Concussion Longer for Athletes With ADHD
Athletes with ADHD had more symptoms at 24 to 48 hours, regardless of psychostimulant use.
Oral Contraceptive Pill May Protect Against ACL Tears
Risk for acute cruciate ligament reconstruction reduced while on OCP, especially for 15- to 19-year-olds.
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