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Effectiveness Of The "Dragon Heat Polar Seat" In Preventing Hyperthermic Stress In Athletes, Michael T. Keller
Effectiveness Of The "Dragon Heat Polar Seat" In Preventing Hyperthermic Stress In Athletes, Michael T. Keller
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The body's ability to dissipate heat depends on environmental conditions of temperature, humidity, and air movement. An athlete's conditioning and acclimation to heat greatly improves performance in hot conditions. However, even then athletes can experience heat related problems such as heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and even heat stroke. Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine the effectiveness of the "Dragon Heat Polar Seat" in preventing hyperthermia in athletes competing in hot, humid climates. Methods: Ten healthy active participants (5 males 5 females) were required to complete three sessions that consisted of a VO2max test, a treatment run and …