Identification of Breathing Pattern Disorder in Athletes With Exercise-Induced Laryngeal Obstruction: A Novel Assessment Tool.

Objective: To report the diagnostic utility of the novel, high-ventilatory task assessment tool called the Milstein Breathing Pattern Assessment Index (M-BPAI) for evaluation of Breathing Pattern Disorder (BPD) in athletes with and without breathing difficulty, and to evaluate the prevalence of BPD in athletes referred for Exercise Induced Laryngeal Obstruction (EILO). BPD is an abnormal respiratory biomechanical pattern caused from functional or structural factors. The presence of BPD in athletes with EILO is unknown.

The use of virtual visits for obesity pharmacotherapy in patients with overweight or obesity compared with in-person encounters.

Objective: This study aimed to demonstrate noninferiority using telehealth in treating obesity with phentermine in patients with BMI ≥ 27 kg/m with comorbidities or BMI ≥ 30 compared with the standard in-person approach over a 90-day period.

Methods: A 12-week, randomized, prospective, single-center, open label trial compared the use of virtual visits versus in-person visits for the treatment of obesity using phentermine. The primary end point was percentage mean change in body weight from baseline to 12 weeks.

Write an exercise Rx to improve patients' cardiorespiratory fitness.

Assessing physical activity is an opportunity to encourage lifestyle-based tactics for reducing cardiovascular risk. These handy tables serve as practical guides.

Effects of Wearing an N95 Respirator or Cloth Mask Among Adults at Peak Exercise: A Randomized Crossover Trial.

This randomized crossover trial examines the effects of wearing a cloth mask or N95 respirator vs no mask at peak exercise among healthy, active adults.

Gamer's Health Guide: Optimizing Performance, Recognizing Hazards, and Promoting Wellness in Esports.

Electronic sports (esports), or competitive video gaming, is a rapidly growing industry and phenomenon. While around 90% of American children play video games recreationally, the average professional esports athlete spends 5.5 to 10 h gaming daily.