Corticosteroids in sports-related injuries: Friend or Foe

Corticosteroids act as potent anti-inflammatory drugs and have been used in various sport settings for the treatment of both acute and chronic injuries. Basic physiology and mechanisms of action for gluco- and mineralocorticoids are discussed. Methods of administration, the action on the inflammator...

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Main Authors: A. Rotunno, D. C. Janse van Rensburg, C. C. Grant, A. Jansen van Rensburg
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: AOSIS 2016-12-01
Series:South African Family Practice
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Online Access:https://safpj.co.za/index.php/safpj/article/view/4560
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