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Beyond Vagal Tone: Genetic Predisposition and Physical Fitness Drive Profound Bradycardia in Elite Athletes

By MedXY 12/24/2025

A comprehensive study of elite endurance athletes reveals that resting bradycardia (≤40 bpm) is common and driven by both fitness and a lower polygenic risk score for heart rate. These findings suggest that genetics may predispose individuals to athletic success and sinus node remodeling.

news Orthopedics

International Expert Recommendations on Shockwave Therapy in Sports Medicine: A Practical Summary of the 2025 Delphi Consensus

By MedXY 11/04/2025

An accessible summary of the 2025 international Delphi recommendations on extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) for sports-related musculoskeletal injuries, highlighting consensus statements, clinical actions, and areas needing research.

news Pediatrics Public Health

Is it safe to train children in soccer during the high temperatures of summer?

By MedXY 11/02/2025

A case-crossover study of 51 boys (8–12 y) shows higher ear and skin temperatures during hot summer football training (≥25 °C), with no change in hydration by urine density and no severe heat illness noted. Findings highlight risk thresholds, monitoring gaps, and the need for policy and research on longer-term effects.