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Skin problems in the long‐distance runner 2500 years after the Battle of Marathon
Author(s) -
Helm Matthew F.,
N. Helm Thomas,
F. Bergfeld Wilma
Publication year - 2012
Publication title -
international journal of dermatology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.677
H-Index - 93
eISSN - 1365-4632
pISSN - 0011-9059
DOI - 10.1111/j.1365-4632.2011.05183.x
Subject(s) - distance running , medicine , long distance runners , popularity , athletes , battle , physical therapy , physical medicine and rehabilitation , psychology , social psychology , archaeology , history
Long‐distance running has evolved into a sport that continues to gain in popularity. Skin problems are common among long distance runners and may prompt athletes to seek medical attention. This paper reviews the skin problems of long distance runners and outlines treatments that we have found to be helpful.