Return-to-Activity Following Exertional Heat Stroke
- UNCG Author/Contributor (non-UNCG co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
- William M. Adams, Assistant Professor (Creator)
- Institution
- The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG )
- Web Site: http://library.uncg.edu/
Abstract: Exertional heat stroke, defined as a body temperature greater than 40°C (104°F) to 40.5°C (105°F) with corresponding neuropsychiatric impairment and end-organ dysfunction, is a medical emergency that can lead to long-term complications or death without prompt recognition and treatment.1,2 Implementing the standard of care for recognition and treatment of exertional heat stroke ensures 100% survival; however, clinicians must consider the clinical problems associated with long-term recovery from exertional heat stroke for a complete return to activity for the individual.
Return-to-Activity Following Exertional Heat Stroke
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Additional Information
- Publication
- Athletic Training and Sports Health Care. 2018;10(1):5-6
- Language: English
- Date: 2018
- Keywords
- exertional heat stroke, sports medicine, hyperthermia