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Interventionelle Behandlungen des vegetativen Nervensystems bei Sportverletzungen mit CRPS und DOMS

Injections around the autonomic nervous system, particularly the so-called sympathetic trunk, have been established for years. The main focus so far has been the treatment of CRPS (Complex Regional Pain Syndrome). The procedures are being increasingly used for other indications that are associated with vegetative dysregulation, such as DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness).

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Interdisciplinary care for users of anabolic agents in recreational sports in Switzerland – a first clinic has opened in Zurich

The use of anabolic androgenic steroids (AAS) as well as other image- and performance-enhancing drugs (IPEDs) has become one of the most recent global major substance use disorders in the 21st century. These substances are not only used by professional bodybuilders and competitive athletes, but moreover by recreational gym users aiming to achieve personal image and sports-performance goals [1].

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Ennuis judiciaires à cause de la DHEA

L’abréviation DHEA signifie déhydroépiandrostérone, un précurseur hormonal des hormones sexuelles masculines et féminines. La médecine dite «anti-âge» est à la mode et les cures d’hormones promettent une vie avec plus de plaisir et moins de troubles. De plus en plus de professionnelles de la santé recommandent la DHEA à leurs patients – souvent avec de lourdes conséquences!

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Justiz-Ärger wegen DHEA

Die Abkürzung DHEA steht für Dehydroepiandrosteron, eine Hormonvorstufe für männliche und weibliche Sexualhormone. Die sogenannte «Anti-Aging-Medizin» liegt im Trend, und Hormonkuren verheissen ein Leben mit mehr Freude und weniger Beschwerden. Immer mehr Fachpersonen empfehlen ihren Patientinnen und Patienten DHEA – oft mit weitreichenden Konsequenzen!

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Rétrospective annuelle de Swiss Sport Integrity et modifications apportées à la Liste des interdictions 2024

Le lancement d’un service national et indépendant de signalement et d’enquête sur les manquements à l’éthique et les abus répond à un besoin fort du sport suisse. Après avoir reçu 264 signalements au cours de la première année, Swiss Sport Integrity s’attend à recevoir près de 400 signalements de manquements potentiels à l’éthique ou d’abus d’ici la fin de l’année.

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Jahresrückblick Swiss Sport Integrity und Änderungen der Dopingliste 2024

Mit der Lancierung der nationalen, unabhängigen Melde- und Untersuchungsstelle für Ethikverstösse und Missstände wurde ein starkes Bedürfnis im Schweizer Sport erkannt. Nachdem im ersten Jahr bereits 264 Meldungen bei Swiss Sport Integrity eingegangen sind, werden bis Ende Jahr voraussichtlich gegen 400 Meldungen zu potenziellen Ethikverstössen oder Missständen erwartet.

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Use of psychotropic substances in elite sports

lite athletes may use psychotropic substances for recreational reasons, (perceived) performance enhancement or self-medication. Causes can hereby overlap. In substance use, recreational consumption aiming primarily at psychotropic effects is distinguished from performance-enhancing use (doping).

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Psychopharmacological Treatment in Athletes

Pharmacological interventions play a substantial role in the treatment of psychological complaints. However, while psychosocial and psychotherapeutic strategies are preferred for the treatment of mild to moderately severe symptoms, the use of drugs is often indicated for severe clinical manifestations [1,2].

Mental health stress neurology pharmacology

ADHD in Athletes

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder which is characterized by symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. The estimated prevalence of ADHD in the general population is 7,2% in children, with persistence into adulthood of approximately 35%. [1,2]

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A sensible approach to the use of NSAIDs in sports medicine

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) have the highest intake of all medication in elite and non-elite athletes. The high consumption by athletes (30–50%) participating in team and single-sports leads to the assumption that not only injuries are being treated, but that masking symptoms of minor complaints or post-exercise fatigue might be the primary indication for their intake, without considering their potential harmful side-effects on general health but also on training adaptive processes.