Posted on July 21, 2021
There are numerous health benefits from running, however distance running can also be associated with the development of gradual onset injuries. Researchers from SEMLI recently investigated risk factors related to these injuries, in ultramarathon and trail runners. Read more here
Posted on July 21, 2021
Researchers at the University of Pretoria’s Section Sports Medicine and SEMLI (Sport, Exercise Medicine and Lifestyle Institute) have been involved in a pioneering study recently published, that reported for the first time the incidence of illness and injury at a Vitality Netball World Cup...
Posted on June 18, 2021
Two research studies recently published highlight that South African financial sector employees are a population at risk for developing NCDs.
Posted on May 27, 2021
Congratulations to Dr Nicola Sewry on her appointment as full-time Lecturer at UP’s Sport, Exercise Medicine and Lifestyle Institute (SEMLI), effective 1 June 2021. Read more here
Posted on April 22, 2021
Protecting athletes against illness is a key function of health professionals involved in sport. And with about half of all acute illnesses in athletes being in the respiratory system, this is an important area to study, particulalry in the context of COVID-19. Read about the research SEMLI is...
Posted on April 13, 2021
Researchers at SEMLI investigated how many participants in endurance running races use prescription medication. It is important to identify those that may be at higher risk of having a medical complication on race day, for the race medical team to prepare adequately, and for the development of...
Posted on April 13, 2021
Whether it’s the weekend warrior or a professional cyclist, mass cycling events are growing in popularity, and whilst encouraged for their numerous exercise-related health benefits, the risks for injury during the event are always there. Research at SEMLI investigated
Posted on April 13, 2021
Researchers at SEMLI recently set out to identify what risk factors exist that could increase the likelihood of cyclists getting ill during an endurance event. Read more here
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