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IOC Expert Paper Targets Better Health of Young People
IOC expert paper targets better health of young people
(PRWEB) September 13, 2011
The unique document defines the health consequences of inactivity; it identifies the determinants of sports participation and drop-outs, and provides recommendations on potential solutions and global partnerships. The ultimate purpose of this scientific effort is to improve the health and fitness of young people throughout the world, thereby decreasing the morbidity and mortality deriving from non-communicable diseases.
Fighting non-communicable diseases
Obesity and physical inactivity are two of the main risk factors for non-communicable diseases, which include heart diseases, diabetes and osteoporosis. At least 2.6 million people each year die as a result of being overweight or obese, and children are also affected. It is estimated that, in 2005, at least 20 million children under the age of five were overweight. Childhood obesity is associated with a higher chance of premature death and disability in adulthood, and physical activity and sport have an important role to play in stopping this dangerous trend. The topic is currently also at the top of the agenda of the United Nations (UN) and IOC President Jacques Rogge will address the General Assembly during a dedicated summit on 19 September in New York.
Conference details
The meeting on “Health and fitness of young people through physical activity and sport”, held in January 2011 in Lausanne, was chaired by Prof. Arne Ljungqvist and coordinated by Margo Mountjoy M.D., a member of the IOC Medical Commission’s Games Group. Programme consultants included a panel of leading exercise physiologists, epidemiologists, and policy experts from around the world, attended to review the scientific literature and to produce recommendations for the promotion of sport and physical activity and the prevention of non-communicable diseases caused by inactivity.
The Role of the IOC Medical Commission
With the establishment of the World Anti-Doping Agency in 1999, the IOC Medical Commission’s role has moved from primarily handling anti-doping activities in the world of sport to taking an active role in the promotion of health through sports participation. In the framework of this objective, a series of consensus meetings has been scheduled, covering among others the following issues:
Training the Elite Child Athlete – 2005
Sexual Abuse & Harassment in Sport – 2007
Non-contact ACL Injury in the Female Athlete – 2009
The Use of Platelet-Rich Plasma in Sports Medicine – 2010
Age Determination in High-level Young Athletes – 2010
Read the Concensus Statement
Presentation: Health and Fitness of young people through sport
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Countless young women nowadays are striving to lose weight by restricting their food intake and engaging in intense exercise routines. The long list may include athletes, super models, and ordinary women who believe that “thin is sexy.” These individuals tend to exercise too much and eat too little. Women who engage in such activities are at risk of many health problems like osteoporosis, a term that refers to a condition characterized by the thinning and weakening of normal bones. When this condition develops, patients with osteoporosis tend to have higher risk of developing bone fractures. Bones usually become brittle when people are much older, but some young women, especially the ones who over-train develop brittle bones at a very young age. A report released by the National Osteoporosis Foundation concluded that one in two women over 50 may encounter an osteoporosis related injury in their lifetime.
Usually, bones become brittle and weak when women are much more older. However, medical studies show that many young women especially those that exercise too much that their periods stop, develop osteoporosis at a very young age. This happens because excessive training may lead to low estrogen levels a primary female sex hormone and is also involved in bone development. Low estrogen levels is one of the leading causes of osteoporosis among women. Even if the bones do not break in when one is young, low estrogen during the peak years of bone building (pre-teen and teen years) may never be regained and affect individuals for the rest of their lives.
Because of the advancement of medical technology, bone fractures that are caused by osteoporosis can now be treated. These treatments emphasize pain relief which is achieved through adequate bed rest, the use of analgesics, and orthodontic support. Many patients require opioid analgesics for pain relief and properly fitted braces for effective osteoporosis treatment. As the pain caused by acute fracture subsides, individuals patients may continue to experiencing times of mechanical pain and limited mobility. When these symptoms persist, a carefully planned and supervised program should be done after three to four months for pain relief. Evaluation and management of osteoporosis are integral parts of appropriate fracture management.
Osteoporosis, is an ailment that can be prevented if individuals exercise moderately and consume nutritious diets. Individuals who want to lose weight or improve their physique should seek the approval of health professionals. They may explain the proper way of training, dieting, and signs of over-training. If these signs are experienced, the best thing to do is make adjustments in one’s exercise and eating regimens. Exercising in moderation and reducing the intensity from time to time coupled with healthy diets may help prevent amenorrhea. It is also best to seek advice with one’s doctor to make sure that one’s missed periods is not a sign of over-training. Doctors can help you make adjustments to protect you from further bone damage. Understanding proper workout and including a healthy diet in one’s lifestyle may lead to improved health and overall well-being.
These are two different things all together. It is about the age that makes the difference in the name. If you are under 40 when you go through menopause, then you have what is called premature menopause, if you are between 40 and 45 then it is early menopause. Finally many doctors are now finally seeing that many young women are suffering from a premature menopause and are trying early intervention to help them through it.
This is the leading cause of infertility in women in their late 20’s and 30’s and they are left confused and wondering why this is happening to them. Menopause might not even be on your list of possible causes, but one in each hundred women experience early menopause symptoms that could have many causes.
Causes of Early Menopause: –
• Another cause of early menopause is the necessity for a hysterectomy. Once the ovaries are removed, menopause will commence.
• One is genetics, meaning that if your mother or grandmother experienced early menopause symptoms, there is a greater likelihood that you will as well.
• Finally, if a woman has had chemotherapy or radiation treatments for cancer, these treatments can also be the culprit in early menopause. If you have any of these risk factors, and you begin to experience early menopause symptoms, you can visit your doctor to find out if you are indeed beginning the menopause process.
Early signs of menopause are clues to the onset of the symptoms of menopause in a relatively early time. The menopausal state is usually during a woman’s late 40’s to early 50’s. Anything earlier than that is thought to be an early menopause scenario.
Symptoms of Early Menopause: –
• Most of the early menopause symptoms are similar to what women experience during regular menopause, and can include hot flashes, night sweats and mood swings.
• Other early menopause symptoms might be headaches, a reduced sex drive, depression and difficulty sleeping.
• You might also find that you are irritable or have to visit the restroom more frequently.
• Fatigue and forgetfulness are also signs of early menopause.
• Vaginal dryness is a common concern, which can contribute to the loss of libido.
While all of these early menopause symptoms may seem uncomfortable, they are only temporary in nature and many can be treated effectively using simple remedies.
For example, you can increase your exercise and improve your diet to help with some of your early menopause symptoms, like irritability and fatigue. You can also use an over the counter lubricant to help combat the vaginal dryness.
If depression becomes a big issue, your doctor can prescribe medication that will help you to deal with this symptom as well. While early menopause may seem like a huge hurdle to get over in your life, there are many options available to you to help you deal with your early menopause symptoms and offer you a higher quality of life.
Treatment: -
Hormone therapy is standard for women experiencing premature menopause. Hormone therapy can relieve some of the symptoms and prevent some adverse effects of lowered estrogen levels–according to the Mayo clinic, adverse effects of lowered estrogen levels include hot flashes, vaginal dryness, and increased risk of osteoporosis and heart disease.
In addition, if a woman has undergone premature menopause and still wishes to try for a baby via in-vitro fertilization, hormone therapy is necessary to increase chances she’ll carry to term.
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I was recently diagnosed with Osteoporosis in my lower back. I am 34 years old. My doctor is concerned due to the severity of it and my age. I am on high calcium and vitamin D tablets for now, to be checked in a few months with another bone scan to see if I need the injections. My back is in terrible pain all the time and am taking Darvaset when possible. But I am a mother of a 2 year old and 2 month old, so a narcotic can only be taken at night when hubby is home. I was also in a terrible car accident some years ago and have problems from the accident. Next month I go in front of a Fedreal judge to try to get SSD Social Security Disability. Just finding out I have the bone disease – someone told me with Osteoprosis I should be pretty much guarenteed to win my case. I am concerned. I am married, but have many problems from my accident and looking a a deterierating bone disease at a young age, being a mommy I am in need SSD. Your thoughts? Any additional help or insight would be appreciated. Thank you all.
I was recently diagnosed with Osteoporosis in my lower back. I am 34 years old. My doctor is concerned due to the severity of it and my age. I am on high calcium and vitamin D tablets for now, to be checked in a few months with another bone scan to see if I need the injections. My back is in terrible pain all the time and am taking Darvaset when possible. But I am a mother of a 2 year old and 2 month old, so a narcotic can only be taken at night when hubby is home. I was also in a terrible car accident some years ago and have problems from the accident. Next month I go in front of a Fedreal judge to try to get SSD Social Security Disability. Just finding out I have the bone disease – someone told me with Osteoprosis I should be pretty much guarenteed to win my case. I am concerned. I am married, but have many problems from my accident and looking a a deterierating bone disease at a young age, being a mommy I am in need SSD. Your thoughts? Any additional help or insight would be appreciated. Thank you all.
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