title: Glasgow marathons 1982-1987. A review of medical problems.
abstract: The race statistics, whether conditions and incidence of medical problems for the six consecutive years of the Glasgow Marathon are reviewed. The results suggest that the popularity of marathon running is declining but that the competitors are becoming more experienced, seeking medical assistance earlier and, as a result, experiencing fewer and less serious problems at the finish. The effect of weather conditions on the runners' performance is discussed.
authors.affiliation: Clinical Shock Study Group, Western Infirmary, Glasgow.
authors.forename: S A
authors.initials: SA
authors.lastname: Ridley
authors.forename: P N
authors.initials: PN
authors.lastname: Rogers
authors.forename: I H
authors.initials: IH
authors.lastname: Wright
mesh_terms: D005392:First Aid; D006760:Hospitalization; D006801:Humans; D012420:Running / Q000293:injuries*; D006113:United Kingdom; D014887:Weather