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May 22, 2026Journal of Medical Society

Prevalence and characteristics of exercise-induced headache among elite athletes in Manipur: A cross-sectional study

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ASAdarsh Singh SagolsemPBPheiroijam BhupesJAJoy Singh Akoijam

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Cross-sectional study shows exercise-induced headache prevalence in elite athletes, highlighting heat's impact.

Key Points

  • To determine the prevalence and clinical profile of exercise-induced headache among elite athletes in Manipur.
  • Cross-sectional study conducted at the Sports Authority of India Regional Centre from March to May 2025.
  • 88 elite athletes aged 18–35 years evaluated using a validated questionnaire based on ICHD-3 criteria.
  • Data analyzed using descriptive statistics, χ2 tests, and Fisher's exact test.
  • Prevalence of exercise-induced headache was 13.6% (n=12).
  • Common triggers included running (41.7%) and weightlifting (33.3%), with hot weather (58.3%) exacerbating symptoms.
  • 50% of affected athletes experienced functional impairment; only 16.7% sought medical consultation.

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Sagolsem et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a0ff39dd674f7c03778c6fahttps://doi.org/10.4103/jms.jms_99_25
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