Unilateral Rhabdomyolysis of the Forearm in a Collegiate Tennis Player: A Case Study

An abstract of a study by Warner et al examining the case of a 22-year-old collegiate female tennis player with unilateral rhabdomyolysis of the forearm is presented. A thorough and comprehensive evaluation is paramount when beginning a treatment course for patients. An understanding of the signs an...

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Published in:Journal of athletic training 2017-06, Vol.52 (6), p.S273
Main Authors: Warner, B J, Hunter, J M, Berry, V A, Cage, S A
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Case reports
Pain
Physicians
Rhabdomyolysis
Sports training
Tennis
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Summary:An abstract of a study by Warner et al examining the case of a 22-year-old collegiate female tennis player with unilateral rhabdomyolysis of the forearm is presented. A thorough and comprehensive evaluation is paramount when beginning a treatment course for patients. An understanding of the signs and symptoms of different injuries and conditions can expedite the evaluation process, and allow appropriate care to begin sooner. Athletic trainers must constantly strive to improve trust from patients to ensure compliance, as this is crucial for the proper management and treatment of nearly every musculoskeletal condition that will be encountered.
ISSN:1062-6050
1938-162X