Low energy availability, menstrual dysfunction, and impaired bone health: A survey of elite para athletes.

Emily M BrookAdam S TenfordeElizabeth M BroadElizabeth G MatzkinHeidi Y YangJamie E CollinsCheri A Blauwet

Published in: Scandinavian journal of medicine & science in sports (2019)

Factors associated with the Triad/RED-S are present in an elite para athlete population, regardless of sex or sport type. Awareness of the Triad/RED-S in para athletes is low. The consequences of LEA in para athlete populations are poorly understood. However, the high prevalence of factors observed suggests value in advancing screening tools and education efforts to optimize health in this population.

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