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Exercise-induced bronchospasm in the XXIII summer Olympic games
1University of Washington, Seattle 98105.
New England and Regional Allergy Proceedings
|May 1, 1988
Summary
Exercise-Induced Bronchospasm (EIB) affects 11.2% of U.S. Olympic athletes, particularly in endurance sports. With proper management, athletes with EIB can still achieve peak performance and win medals.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Pulmonology
- Exercise Physiology
Background:
- Exercise-Induced Bronchospasm (EIB) is a condition affecting athletes.
- Understanding its prevalence in elite athletes is crucial for performance and health.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of EIB in the U.S. Olympic Team.
- To identify sports with higher EIB prevalence.
- To assess the utility of resting pulmonary function tests in diagnosing EIB in athletes.
Main Methods:
- Surveyed 597 members of the U.S. Olympic Team.
- Analyzed prevalence data across different sports.
- Correlated EIB diagnosis with resting pulmonary function test results.
Main Results:
- 11.2% of the U.S. Olympic Team reported EIB.
- Endurance sports showed the highest prevalence of EIB.
- Resting pulmonary function tests were poor indicators for identifying athletes with EIB.
Conclusions:
- EIB is prevalent in elite U.S. athletes.
- Athletes with EIB can achieve Olympic success with appropriate medical management.
- This highlights the importance of medication and management for young athletes with EIB.
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