• July 2, 2026 | 10:25 AM - 11:20 AM
• PCC,113ABC

Exertional Rhabdomyolysis: An Evidence-Based Update

Exertional Rhabdomyolysis (ER) is a serious medical condition resulting from the damage and breakdown of skeletal muscle fibers with leakage of muscle contents into the blood stream. ER can be caused by various conditions such as exercise or sport overtraining and injury. The healthcare professional must be able to understand the medical condition, the clinical presentation, potential risk factors, and management strategies for patients who may be suffering with ER. This presentation is for the healthcare professional who desires an evidence-based update on this topic.

Learning Objectives - Recognize the causes and negative physiological effects of exertional rhabdomyolysis.
- Identify exertional rhabdomyolysis risk factors for different types of individuals and situations.
- Apply management and exercise programming strategies to prevent overtraining and exertional rhabdomyolysis for individuals of all fitness levels.
- Distinguish the role of the healthcare professional and their scope of practice for prevention, recognition, and management of exertional rhabdomyolysis.

Keywords: damage; exercise; muscle