Preventing Injuries and Illnesses in the Wilderness

Oct 3, 2017 by in PEDIATRICS Comments Off on Preventing Injuries and Illnesses in the Wilderness

Wilderness trips have become increasingly popular, especially in the adolescent population. The wilderness can be a source of rejuvenation while being mentally and physically challenging; however, it is also fraught…

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Resistance Training for Adolescents

Oct 3, 2017 by in PEDIATRICS Comments Off on Resistance Training for Adolescents

The benefits and possible detriments of resistance training have been noted extensively in the literature. Although the benefits of resistance training are well known, many professionals fail to heed scientific…

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Sport-related Concussion in Adolescents

Oct 3, 2017 by in PEDIATRICS Comments Off on Sport-related Concussion in Adolescents

Sport-related concussion is a common problem encountered by pediatricians and other primary care physicians. Assessment of concussion is based on clinical evaluation. The Zurich consensus statement provides a basic framework…

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Cardiovascular Screening of Adolescent Athletes

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A preparticipation cardiovascular screening is recommended for all athletes with the aim of identifying conditions that increase the risk for adverse cardiac event, including sudden death. History and physical examination…

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