Two Cases of CrossFit®-Induced Rhabdomyolysis: A Rising Concern

Authors

  • Madhur Rathi University of Medicine and Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Canada.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5195/ijms.2014.102

Keywords:

Exercise, Rhabdomyolysis, Supplements, Dehydration, Sport

Abstract

Background: The author reports the cases of two adult males who presented with severe rhabdomyolysis following identical CrossFit® workouts performed on the same day, at the same time and at the same location.

Results: For both cases, symptoms of rhabdomyolysis disappeared upon discontinuation of the regime and within three days of aggressive hydration and rest. Patients made a complete recovery upon discharge.

Conclusion: The rhabdomyolysis was attributed to the same excruciating workout both men underwent. Exertion rhabdomyolysis exemplified by the cases presented highlights a rising concern over the health consequences of the popular training program. CrossFit®-induced rhabdomyolysis is underrecognized and should be considered in patients presenting with signs and symptoms of rhabdomyolysis.

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Author Biography

Madhur Rathi, University of Medicine and Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Canada.

Madhur Rathi is a fourth year medical student at UMHS. He aspires to pursue a family medicine residency with an emergency medicine fellowship.

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Published

2014-10-13

How to Cite

Rathi, M. (2014). Two Cases of CrossFit®-Induced Rhabdomyolysis: A Rising Concern. International Journal of Medical Students, 2(3), 132–134. https://doi.org/10.5195/ijms.2014.102

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