Bodybuilding - Einfluß auf die Nervenleitgeschwindigkeit des N. medianus im Carpaltunnel

Abstract

The examination of 30 body builders showed that prolonged practice of this sport may lead to exercise-induced carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). Three of these body builders demonstrated typical symptoms of CTS. It was shown that, especially when training had lasted for more than 6 years, the distal motor latency (DML) of the median nerve increased significantly. A clear correlation between the estimated total duration of training and the DML was found.

A wakeboarding injury presented as acute carpal syndrome and median nerve contusion after wrist strangulation: a case report

“…Among 3 or 22 drivers of the 1998 formula 1 World Championsship drivers [18] either exertional or chronic carpal tunnel syndrome has been complained. Wheelchair athletes are often encountered with chronic carpal tunnel syndrome [1,12] as well as rock climbers [21,22] and body building athletes [23]. …”