I was recently diagnosed with a Long Q Rhythm. I'm wondering if there is anyone else out there with this problem.
My Dr. recommends Beta Blocker and no more racing. He also commented that I've had this condition all my life so I'll probably be ok.
I would like to PM with anyone out there who is swimming with a similar situation. I am feeling very conflicted and would like to talk to someone in the same boat.
I read the paragraph about the sisters who swam in Nationals with a Long Q diagnosis, in fact that article motivated me to go to the electrophysicist (sp) and get this checked out by a specialist.
Bob--did you know that Worlds Gold Medalist, Dana Vollmer, was thought to have this?
Fascinating article: www.sportsinjurybulletin.com/.../arrhythmias.html
Sample quote:
Management of the athlete with cardiac disease is equally problematic. The clinician is always tempted to play it safe in such instances, discouraging participation in competitive sports and endurance training, and instituting prophylactic treatment whenever there is a perception of increased risk. Athletes are understandably reluctant to relinquish the aspirations and investment of a lifetime. The stakes are even higher for professional sportspeople, in whom a cardiac diagnosis will threaten career and livelihood.
Bob--did you know that Worlds Gold Medalist, Dana Vollmer, was thought to have this?
Fascinating article: www.sportsinjurybulletin.com/.../arrhythmias.html
Sample quote:
Management of the athlete with cardiac disease is equally problematic. The clinician is always tempted to play it safe in such instances, discouraging participation in competitive sports and endurance training, and instituting prophylactic treatment whenever there is a perception of increased risk. Athletes are understandably reluctant to relinquish the aspirations and investment of a lifetime. The stakes are even higher for professional sportspeople, in whom a cardiac diagnosis will threaten career and livelihood.
