Sport and Physical Activity in the Heat Maximizing Performance and S
This unique book is the first of its kind to specifically explore the science, medicine, challenges and successful experiences of assisting those who must perform and thrive in hot conditions, with an eye toward maximizing both performance and safety. Beg
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Sport and Physical Activity in the Heat
Douglas J. Casa Editor
Sport and Physical Activity in the Heat Maximizing Performance and Safety
Editor Douglas J. Casa, PhD, ATC, FNAK, FACSM, FNATA Chief Executive Officer, Korey Stringer Institute Professor, Department of Kinesiology Director, Athletic Training Education Research Associate, Human Performance Laboratory College of Agriculture, Health, and Natural Resources University of Connecticut Storrs, CT, USA
ISBN 978-3-319-70216-2 ISBN 978-3-319-70217-9 (eBook) https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-70217-9 Library of Congress Control Number: 2017963868 © Springer International Publishing AG 2018 This work is subject to copyright. All rights are reserved by the Publisher, whether the whole or part of the material is concerned, specifically the rights of translation, reprinting, reuse of illustrations, recitation, broadcasting, reproduction on microfilms or in any other physical way, and transmission or information storage and retrieval, electronic adaptation, computer software, or by similar or dissimilar methodology now known or hereafter developed. The use of general descriptive names, registered names, trademarks, service marks, etc. in this publication does not imply, even in the absence of a specific statement, that such names are exempt from the relevant protective laws and regulations and therefore free for general use. The publisher, the authors and the editors are safe to assume that the advice and information in this book are believed to be true and accurate at the date of publication. Neither the publisher nor the authors or the editors give a warranty, express or implied, with respect to the material contained herein or for any errors or omissions that may have been made. The publisher remains neutral with regard to jurisdictional claims in published maps and institutional affiliations. Printed on acid-free paper This Springer imprint is published by Springer Nature The registered company is Springer International Publishing AG The registered company address is: Gewerbestrasse 11, 6330 Cham, Switzerland
This book is dedicated to two amazing people: First, Tutita Maria Casa, my partner for the past 26 years. With love as the rocksolid foundation we have built a massively rewarding life. You always supported my passion to make a difference, and I will always be grateful. Second, to Kent Scriber, the amazing athletic trainer who began the life-saving care for my exertional heat stroke in 1985. His immediate attention and recognition of the severity set in motion the coordinated care by the EMT’s, emergency room physicians, and nurses that allowed me to fully recover and to have the opportunity to live a life in which I can serve others in this realm.
Foreword I
Sport and outdoor activities are at the core of the human spirit. Each of us strives to challenge our individual physical and mental barriers while pushing beyond to meet or exceed our goals. At the same time, health-care providers and most importantly those at the front lines have been
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