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Concussions, Why They Go Unreported, Drake Matuska
Concussions, Why They Go Unreported, Drake Matuska
Celebrating Scholarship & Creativity Day (2011-2017)
Introduction: In the world today, concussions are a major health risk in sports and many other physically demanding activities. Every day, we see former athletes who have experienced multiple concussions complain of cognitive impairment and memory loss. It is the risk every athlete takes when they participate in a sport they love; however, when an individual plays through a concussion that is when a line is crossed. People playing through a concussion lead to the foundation of this study, which is to find out why individuals play through their concussions, why they fail to report, and the core cognitive reasons. …
Hydration Status, Habits, And Knowledge Of Collegiate Cross Country Runners, Laura J. Comee
Hydration Status, Habits, And Knowledge Of Collegiate Cross Country Runners, Laura J. Comee
Celebrating Scholarship & Creativity Day (2011-2017)
Abstract: Dehydration exceeding 2% loss of body mass can cause decreased cognitive and physical performance in endurance athletes. While many runners carry water bottles with them, most do not know their sweat rate or fluid recommendations, increasing the risk for heat-related illnesses such as heat stroke. Purpose: To assess hydration status, habits, and knowledge of collegiate cross country runners. Methods: Institutional Review Board approval was obtained and subjects completed informed consents. Thirty-three female and twenty-five male Division III collegiate runners participated in the study. Hydration status was assessed measuring the specific gravity of three urine samples one each …