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Nonorthopaedic problems in the aquatic athlete.
1Department of Family Practice and Community Health, John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawaii at Manoa, Honolulu, USA.
Clinics in Sports Medicine
|May 7, 1999
Summary
Aquatic athletes face unique health issues, including exercise-induced asthma and respiratory infections. Proper diagnosis and management are key for swimmers to safely return to training and competition.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Aquatic Sports Physiology
- Athletic Health
Background:
- Aquatic athletes experience distinct medical conditions.
- Swimming is often recommended for individuals with asthma.
- Managing athlete health requires understanding sport-specific challenges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review common medical conditions in aquatic athletes.
- To provide guidance on evaluation and management of these conditions.
- To emphasize safe return-to-play protocols for swimmers.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of medical conditions prevalent in swimmers.
- Discussion of diagnostic criteria for various conditions.
- Overview of management and prevention strategies.
Main Results:
- Exercise-induced asthma is common in swimmers.
- Respiratory infections and mononucleosis require careful management for return to training.
- Dilutional pseudoanemia needs differentiation from true anemias.
- Otitis externa, exostoses, and dermatologic issues are prevalent and reviewed.
Conclusions:
- Comprehensive understanding of aquatic athlete health is crucial.
- Timely and accurate diagnosis aids in effective management.
- Prevention and appropriate management minimize health risks for swimmers.