December 2017 - Wilderness & Environmental Medicine Live
Wilderness Medicine Podcast
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Understanding Hydration in Endurance Events
This chapter explores the complexities of hydration assessment in athletes, emphasizing the relationship between body weight, sodium levels, and hydration status during ultramarathons. It highlights the prevalence of hypernatremia over hyponatremia among runners, underlining the significance of precise testing for effective medical support. The discussion includes recommendations for fluid management and the importance of point-of-care testing in endurance events.
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