Exertional Heat Illness: The Challenge of Return to Play

Exertional Heat Illness: The Challenge of Return to Play details the epidemiology and pathophysiology of exercise heat illness (EHI) in the athletic population. The DVD also describes the diagnosis and management of EHI in athletes. In addition, the DVD identifies EHI prevention techniques that may mitigate the risk of heat injury. The DVD also discusses return-to-play guidelines and current controversies regarding the issue.

Among the topics covered:

• Epidemiology
• Pathophysiology and clinical presentation
• Prevention
• Initial management
• Initial management guidelines and recommendations
• What is the risk of recurrent heat illness?
• Prevention of recurrence
• Advanced diagnostic evaluation
• Resources