Exertional Heat Stroke in Secondary School Athletics

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 )
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Abstract: Exertional heat stroke (EHS) remains one of the leading causes of sudden death in sport despite clear evidence showing 100% survivability with the proper standards of care in place and utilized. Of particular concern are student athletes competing at the secondary school level, where the extent of appropriate health care services remains suboptimal compared with organized athletics at the collegiate level and higher. While rapid recognition and rapid treatment of EHS ensures survival, the adoption and implementation of these lifesaving steps within secondary school athletics warrant further discussion within the sports medicine community. Establishing proper policies regarding the prevention and care of EHS coupled with utilizing an interdisciplinary care approach is essential for 1) minimizing risk and 2) guaranteeing optimal outcomes for the patient.

Additional Information

Publication
Current Sports Medicine Reports. 2019;18(4):149-153
Language: English
Date: 2019
Keywords
exertional heat stroke, high schoolers, treatment, heat illness

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