The sudden death of Chinese badminton player Zhang Zhijie during a match in Indonesia has attracted attention from the outside world. Olympic champion Guido and Olympic bronze medalist Zheng Zaicheng, who also died of heart disease-related diseases many years ago, were mentioned again. As a sport loved by all people, what should we pay attention to when playing?
Zhang Zhijie suddenly fainted during a match on June 30 and was rushed to the hospital where he was pronounced dead at 11:20 pm that day. Two weeks later, although Zhang Zhijie’s relatives have arrived in Indonesia, due to problems such as procedures and follow-up matters, Zhang Zhijie’s body is still in the morgue of the local hospital.
In an interview, the Indonesian Minister of Health said that Zhang Zhijie could have been saved, but the tragedy could not be avoided due to the limited local medical insurance level and professional capabilities of medical staff.
On June 30, Chinese teenager Zhang Zhijie suddenly fainted during a match. (From the Internet)
Lianhe Zaobao interviewed Dr Davinder Singh, medical director, senior consultant in cardiology and cardiac electrophysiologist at Cadence Heart Centre under the Beyond Medical Group, about the stress that tennis, volleyball, badminton, basketball, football and table tennis can put on the body.
Dr Davinder Singh compared six sports in terms of heart rate, maximum oxygen uptake (VO₂ max), and energy expenditure; based on the different cardiovascular demands of each sport on the body, the intensity rankings from lightest to heaviest are: volleyball, table tennis, tennis, basketball, badminton (singles), and football.
“Badminton (singles) is an intense sport that requires high levels of agility, speed and endurance. It requires quick reactions and rapid changes of direction, which can cause significant stress on the cardiovascular system,” said Dr. Davinder Singh.
He mentioned that if any of the following conditions are met, it is recommended to seek medical evaluation before participating in badminton singles competitions to reduce the risk of disease.
Dr. Davinder Singh compared six sports in terms of heart rate, maximum oxygen uptake, and energy expenditure, with football and badminton being the two most intense sports. (Provided by Dr. Davinder Singh) READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>
The three conditions are: 1. Middle-aged (40 years old and above); 2. Having cardiovascular disease (such as arrhythmia and history of heart disease); 3. Having cardiovascular risk factors (hypertension, diabetes, smoking, etc.).
Dr Davinder Singh added: “Vigorous exercise may cause arrhythmias or even heart attacks in people with a history of heart disease. Cardiac arrest is also a known risk for those with underlying heart disease who engage in vigorous exercise. Therefore, these people should consult a cardiologist to assess whether they are suitable for high-endurance sports such as badminton.”
Before any intense exercise, be sure to warm up adequately, including stretching, jogging, and some arm swings and lunges to prepare your muscles and joints for movement. Do not exercise if you have any signs of discomfort before you start, such as unusual fatigue, chest pain, or shortness of breath.
There are three first aid methods for sudden fainting events
What should you do if someone suddenly faints during exercise? Should you wait for professionals to arrive before you seek first aid?
Dr. Davinder Singh said there are three first aid methods for sudden fainting. The first is to ensure that the patient lies flat in a safe position and elevate his legs to improve blood flow to the brain. The second is to check the response and breathing. If the patient is not breathing or has no pulse, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) should be performed immediately and an automated external defibrillator (AED) should be used.
While waiting for medical professionals to arrive, continue to monitor the patient and perform CPR if necessary.
2024-07-16 11:39:07
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