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Common medical problems in sports
1Mellman and Moe, Centinela Hospital Medical Center, Inglewood, California, USA.
Clinics in Sports Medicine
|October 23, 1997
Summary
This review covers common medical issues in athletes, including systemic diseases and environmental factors impacting performance and health. It provides essential insights for managing athlete well-being across all competition levels.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Athletic Health
- Exercise Physiology
Background:
- Athletes face unique medical challenges impacting performance.
- Day-to-day care requires understanding diverse health issues.
- Comprehensive knowledge is crucial for all competitive levels.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review prevalent medical problems in athletes.
- To discuss conditions affecting major body systems.
- To highlight environmental influences on athlete health.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of common medical conditions.
- Analysis of systemic (pulmonary, GI, urological, endocrine) issues.
- Inclusion of infectious diseases and environmental factors.
Main Results:
- Identified common pulmonary, gastrointestinal, urological, and endocrine conditions.
- Detailed prevalent infectious diseases in athletes.
- Discussed impact of sleep disorders, travel, and environmental exposure.
Conclusions:
- Effective athlete care necessitates addressing a wide spectrum of medical issues.
- Environmental factors significantly influence athlete health and performance.
- This review serves as a guide for managing common athletic medical problems.