medical

tinca

looking for some general advice re going for a checkup pre-marathon training... what do you guys think is the best option? I've talked to friends and have contrasting replies, some suggest a visit to the GP would suffice while others reckon this isn't worthwhile as an ECG would e required to highlight e.g. heart issues? Is there any sports clinic that would do a full test? Personally I don't see how effective a GP visit could be as, depending on the individual, they may not be have much or more to the point, up to date expertise in this particular field? would like to hear of your experiences... I am open to suggestions

DublinDilbert

A stand alone GP will probably just do a basic check up and give you a letter for an ECG stress test. But many of the private GP clinics that have started up offer a much larger range of services. I know my local clinic invested in treadmill + ECG equipment and offer screaning to individuals and sports teams etc... Costs about €100 from memory.

The sports clinic in Santry offers this too if you based in Dublin, but I think they require a GP letter.

plodder

Depends on your age, I would think. Get checked out by your GP. That might be enough. If over a certain age, then they might recommend more tests.