- Prevention is everything for both children and adults.
Summer exercise and outdoor activities are a problem every year.heatstrokeand sunburn (UV damage).
Especially for children and sports players, the damage to the body can be significant, sometimes affecting athletic life and health.
In this issue, we will discuss heat stroke and sunburn, respectively.Key Points for Prevention and Responsein an easy-to-understand manner.
What is heat stroke?
This disorder occurs when the body's thermoregulatory system fails in a hot and humid environment and heat builds up in the body.
The combination of dehydration, salt deficiency, and elevated body temperature can lead to consciousness disorders and organ damage in severe cases.
People who need special attention
- Children (immature in thermoregulation and with a small number of sweat glands)
- Elderly (reduced sensory perception and low water intake)
- Athletes (high-intensity exercise in a hot environment)
Main symptoms
- Dizziness, dizziness, nausea
- Abnormal sweating or cessation of sweating
- Muscle spasms (cramps)
- Consciousness is blurred, response is ambiguous
Basics of Prevention
- Frequent hydration and salt replenishment
→ The key is to take a little before you get thirsty! - Acclimatization to heat (heat acclimatization)
→ Start with light exercise before summer or before training camp to gradually acclimate the body. - Breathable and sweat absorbent clothing
→ Poorly ventilated clothing can trap heat in the body - Prevention of sunburn (burns)
→ Actually, this is also directly related to heat stroke prevention
Sunburn is also a "burn.
- Be especially careful with children's skin.
Although it is often surprisingly neglected, sunburn is an inflammation of the skin, i.e., a "burn.
Exposure to strong UV rays not only breaks down the skin's barrier function and deprives the body of moisture,Deep body temperature also risesThe risk of heat stroke is further increased by the increased susceptibility to heat stroke.
Particularly important for children who exercise
- Children's skin is thin and easily damaged
- High inflammation can make it difficult to continue exercise.
- Some reports indicate that strong sunburn can also affect immune function
Sun protection is the best way to prevent heat stroke
- Reapply sunscreen cream (SPF 30 or higher, PA++ or higher) every 2-3 hours
- Hats, arm covers, and rash guardsWearing such as
- Always take outdoor breaks in the shade.Be sure to take
Drinking sunscreen" to prevent sunburn?
Recently, drinkable sunscreens (antioxidant supplements) have also attracted attention.
For example, it contains antioxidant ingredients such as Polypodium leucotomos (PL), astaxanthin, and vitamins C and E,Reduction of cell damage caused by ultraviolet raysis expected to be the most effective way to achieve this. Of course, this alone is not enough to achieve the desired effect,
Topical measures + supplemental prophylaxis with internal medicationis especially useful for athletes and those who spend a lot of time outdoors.
If you suffer from heat stroke or sunburn
Heat Stroke
- Immediately move to a cooler locationThen, loosen your clothes and cool yourself with a fan or electric fan.
- Cooling of neck, armpits, base of thighs, etc.
- If conscious, rehydrate fluids and electrolytes (oral rehydration solution is ideal)
- If you are impaired or unable to drink on your own,Do not hesitate to call for emergency help
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- Cool first (cold towel, coolant, etc.)
- If you have a blister, do not crush it and see a dermatologist as soon as possible
- Moisturizers to support skin recovery
- Early medical attention is also needed if severe pain, heat, swelling, or fatigue persists.
Finally.
Both heat stroke and sunburn are "preventable".
Knowledge and action for prevention will protect performance as well as health.
Ikejiri-Ohashi Sera Clinic is for children and adults who exercise,Heat stroke prevention, UV protection, physical condition guidanceThe Company is engaged in the following activities.
Please feel free to contact us for advice on internal medication, precautions for outdoor activities, and how to use supplements.
Knowledge and action to protect our hard-working bodies."
Let's continue to exercise this summer in a safe and fun way.
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