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Jaouher Dhouibi1, Anis Jellad1,2, Hakim Chalabi3,4
1Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Department, Fattouma Bourguiba Hospital, Monastir. Faculty of Medicine of Monastir, University of Monastir, Tunisia.
La Tunisie Medicale
|February 25, 2026
Summary
Muslim athletes can maintain peak performance during Ramadan with a multidisciplinary medical team. This support optimizes nutrition, training, and recovery, balancing religious observance with athletic demands.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Sports Nutrition
- Exercise Physiology
Background:
- Ramadan fasting presents unique physiological challenges for Muslim athletes, impacting nutrition, hydration, sleep, and recovery.
- Athletes require tailored support to manage religious obligations alongside athletic performance demands during this period.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the specific roles of medical staff in supporting athletes during Ramadan.
- To outline strategies for preventing, diagnosing, and managing the effects of fasting on athletic performance and well-being.
Main Methods:
- Review of the roles of sports physicians, physiotherapists, strength coaches, and nutritionists.
- Focus on multidisciplinary team strategies for athlete support during Ramadan fasting.
Main Results:
- Sports physicians conduct pre-Ramadan evaluations and continuous monitoring to mitigate risks like dehydration and fatigue.
- Physiotherapists adapt rehabilitation to prevent fasting-related injuries; strength coaches adjust training loads.
- Nutritionists create specialized diet plans, emphasizing the necessity of integrated medical support for balancing religious and athletic commitments.
Conclusions:
- Successful navigation of Ramadan for Muslim athletes depends on a collaborative, multidisciplinary medical team.
- Each professional's contribution is vital for optimizing athlete health and performance while respecting religious practices.
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