Exertional Heat Illness A Clinical and Evidence-Based Guide

This authoritative work provides clinicians, scientists and students with a comprehensive overview of exertional heat illness. Specifically, it addresses the prevention, recognition, treatment, and care of the various medical conditions that fall within the realm of exertional heat illness. In doing...

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Bibliographic Details
Other Authors: Adams, William M. (Editor), Jardine, John F. (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Cham Springer International Publishing 2020, 2020
Edition:1st ed. 2020
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Collection: Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • Chapter 1:Overview of Exertional Heat Illness
  • Chapter 2: Physiological Response to Heat Stress
  • Chapter 3: Predisposing Factors for Exertional Heat Illness
  • Chapter 4: Exertional Heat Stroke
  • Chapter 5: Heat Exhaustion
  • Chapter 6: Exercise-Associated Muscle Cramps
  • Chapter 7: Minor Heat Illnesses
  • Chapter 8: Molecular Aspects of Thermal Tolerance and Exertional Heat Illness Susceptibility
  • Chapter 9: Management of Exertional Heat Stroke in Athletics: Interdisciplinary Medical Care
  • Chapter 10: Exertional Heat Illness Considerations in the Military
  • Chapter 11: Considerations for Road Race Medical Staff
  • Chapter 12: Climate Change and Heat Exposure: Impact on Health in Occupational and General Populations