High-altitude recreation what to expect at the top!

Devon A. Dobrosielski; Angela Humpert; Madelyn Heyman

doi:10.1249/FIT.0000000000000265

High-altitude recreation what to expect at the top!

Devon A. Dobrosielski, Angela Humpert, Madelyn Heyman

School of Medicine

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Abstract

After reading this article, the reader will be able to: Evaluate the underlying cause, potential symptoms, and possible detrimental effects of acute mountain sickness (AMS) and high-altitude sleep disturbance. Analyze the challenges and physiological responses associated with high-altitude recreation. Compare the relationship between increased body fat, AMS, and high-altitude sleep disturbance.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	16-22
Number of pages	7
Journal	ACSM's Health and Fitness Journal
Volume	21
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1249/FIT.0000000000000265
State	Published - 2017

Keywords

Acclimatization
Acute Mountain Sickness
Hiking
Lake Louise Scale
Sleep Disordered Breathing

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation
Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

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