Head and Face
Head and Face Sports concussion Impairment of brain function caused by trauma. May be due to direct blow or impulsive (whiplash) force. Transient neurological symptoms that may or may not…
Older People
Older People Exercise and successful ageing Successful chronological ageing is the most important medical and societal challenge of our time. We can delay some of the effects of biological ageing….
Dermatology
Dermatology Description of terms in dermatology See Table 12.1 for a description of common terms used in dermatology. Table 12.1 Description of terms in dermatology Terminology Description Example Macule A…
Infectious Disease
Infectious Disease Effects of exercise on immunity Benefits Regular, moderate levels of exercise improve resistance to most infections, particularly those affecting the upper respiratory tract (URTI). Possibly because of mild…
Cardiorespiratory
Cardiorespiratory Coronary artery disease Coronary artery disease (CAD) remains a major cause of morbidity and mortality in developed countries. One million people in the USA sustain myocardial infarction yearly. A…
Disability
Disability What is a disability? The Disability Discrimination Act of 1995 defines it as ‘physical or mental impairment which has a substantial and long-term adverse effect on his ability to…
Aids to Performance
Aids to Performance Ergogenic aids Sports people have long used performance-enhancing substances (or ergogenic aids) in an attempt to gain advantage, and many believe that most of their competitors are…
