Preventive health check before intensive sporting activity: focus on heart and lung examinations
Running a marathon, for example, places considerable strain on the human body, particularly on the cardiovascular system and respiratory tract. To ensure that athletes are optimally prepared and potential risks are minimized, a thorough examination of heart and lung function prior to sporting activity is crucial.
Preventive health checks prior to intense sporting activity usually include a detailed analysis of heart and lung function both at rest and during exercise. This process aims to identify potential risk factors and health problems at an early stage, ensuring the safety of athletes.
Cardiac examinations are usually carried out using electrocardiograms (ECG) to monitor the electrical activity of the heart and detect possible irregularities. In addition, echocardiography can be used to assess the structure and function of the heart in more detail. These examinations provide a comprehensive insight into heart health and make it possible to detect potential risks of cardiovascular problems at an early stage. Lung function is often checked using spirometry tests, which measure breathing capacity and airflow. This is particularly important as efficient oxygen uptake is crucial during marathons, for example. In addition, spiroergometry can be carried out to assess athletic performance more accurately. This method not only measures respiratory gases, but also energy consumption during exercise.
The combination of heart and lung examinations and sports performance diagnostics using spiroergometry provides a comprehensive assessment of the cardiorespiratory health of athletes. Based on these preventive measures, individual training plans can be drawn up and potential health risks minimized. More information and advice is available in the practice.
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