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health and safety. 14 terms, defined.

Medical conditions trainers meet, contraindications and when to refer, heat and emergency planning. Every definition is cited to a page in the textbooks and research coaches trust.

A

AsthmaAsthma is an airway condition in which narrowing, swelling and mucus cause episodes of coughing, wheezing, breathlessness and chest tightness.

B

Bone mineral density (BMD)Bone mineral density (BMD) is the amount of mineral in a given area of bone, used clinically to diagnose osteoporosis.

C

ContraindicationContraindication means a condition or circumstance that makes exercise, an exercise test or a particular movement unsafe for a client.

D

Diastasis rectiDiastasis recti (DRA) is a separation of the rectus abdominis muscles that some women develop during pregnancy.

E

Emergency action plan (EAP)Emergency action plan (EAP) is a written plan that assigns roles and procedures for injuries and medical emergencies at a specific venue.

H

L

Low back painLow back pain (LBP) is pain, muscle tension or stiffness below the ribs and above the gluteal folds, with or without pain radiating into the leg.

O

Osteoarthritis (OA)Osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative joint condition involving cartilage loss and bone changes that can cause pain and limited movement.

P

Pelvic floorPelvic floor refers to the muscles at the base of the pelvis that support pelvic organs and help control the bladder and bowel.

R

RhabdomyolysisRhabdomyolysis is extensive muscle breakdown that releases muscle contents into the blood and can cause acute kidney injury.

T

Type 2 diabetesType 2 diabetes is a condition involving insulin resistance and reduced insulin secretion that accounts for about 90% of diabetes cases.

Y

Youth resistance trainingYouth resistance training is strength training for children and adolescents, considered safe and effective with proper design and supervision.