Child Carriers: Tips for Runners, Bikers, and Hikers

Bryant Stamford, PhD

Whether for efficiency or bonding, exercising parents often take along their young children in jogging strollers, bike seats or trailers, or backpacks. Some experts view this as dangerous. But those who do it claim it can be safe and rewarding.

Beyond the Exercise Prescription Making Exercise a Way of Life

Mona M. Shangold, MD

Giving a patient an exercise prescription is one thing, but getting him or her to use it--and keep on using it--is something else entirely. Success requires getting to know the patient and following up consistently.

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Heading the Ball in Soccer What's the Risk of Brain Injury?

Michael J. Asken, PhD; Robert C. Schwartz, MD

Soccer players may head the ball five to eight times a game, which adds up to a lot of smacks on the head over a season. This maneuver has not been convicted of causing harm, but there are grounds for concern.

Meatless Diets in Female Athletes: A Red Flag

Alvin R. Loosli, MD; Jaime S. Ruud, MS, RD

To many girls and young women, red meat spells "f-a-t," so they don't eat it. Physicians who do preparticipation screening should take note, because athletes who are in this camp increase their risk of mineral deficiencies, amenorrhea, and even disordered eating.

On-Field Examination and Care An Emergency Checklist

Michael J. Stuart, MD

When an athlete falls down and doesn't get up, what happens next depends largely on the on-site medical staff's preparedness. This article offers guidance on pregame planning, the first assessment of an injured athlete, and decisions about immediate care.

Controlling Blood Lipids Part 2: When and How to Use Medication

Tedd L. Mitchell, MD; Larry W. Gibbons, MD, MPH

Diet and exercise can do much to improve blood lipid levels, but sometimes lifestyle measures must be reinforced with drug treatment. The authors explain the medication options and related issues such as the role of estrogen and certain lipid subfractions.