Citation

Tercier S, Gojanovic B, Depallens S, Vust S, Ambresin E. Rev. Med. Suisse 2016; 12(522): 1144-1147.

Vernacular Title

Adolescent et sportif: quand les excès s'addi (c) tionnent.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2016, Medecine et Hygiene)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

27451515

Abstract

Benefits of physical activity during adolescence have widely been demonstrated. Yet, raising awareness among young athlete and their surrounding about risks associated with too early specialization or energy deficit--with or without eating disorder--is of outmost importance. Such behaviours can affect adolescents' physical or psychological development as well as compromise their sportive career not to mention the potential negative impact on their sports performance. Primary care practitioners play an important role in early detection and prevention of overuse injuries as well as psychological distress associated with intense physical activity. Such situations need the intervention of an interdisciplinary team in order to prevent long-term complications.

Language: fr