Originally posted by radioraheem
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Look at this armchair doctor providing his "expert" opinion.
Here's a clinical study done on the effectiveness of oral rehydration versus intravenous.
Why Oral Rehydration is Better
These results demonstrate no discernable advantage for IV compared to oral rehydration. The data also suggest that oral fluid replacement may provide a performance advantage, reduce the subjective perception of thirst and make exercise feel easier (lower RPE). Additional research is needed to further characterize these differences.
Perhaps the greatest advantage of an effective oral rehydration protocol is that it encourages athletes to take an active role in rehydrating themselves, thus avoiding psychological dependence on intravenous fluids. Keeping the athlete responsible for his or her fluid replacement needs is the best approach to reduce the risks associated with dehydration.
These results demonstrate no discernable advantage for IV compared to oral rehydration. The data also suggest that oral fluid replacement may provide a performance advantage, reduce the subjective perception of thirst and make exercise feel easier (lower RPE). Additional research is needed to further characterize these differences.
Perhaps the greatest advantage of an effective oral rehydration protocol is that it encourages athletes to take an active role in rehydrating themselves, thus avoiding psychological dependence on intravenous fluids. Keeping the athlete responsible for his or her fluid replacement needs is the best approach to reduce the risks associated with dehydration.
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