Five players from the Tufts University men’s lacrosse team were hospitalized following a workout session that led to the diagnosis of rhabdomyolysis, a life-threatening condition where muscles break down into the blood. The workout was supervised by an alumnus of the BUD/S Navy SEAL training program, and 12 players were affected.
Rhabdo can cause severe damage to kidneys, seizures, and even death. The university is conducting an external investigation to look into the circumstances of the incident. The workout, which involved 50 participants and lasted for 45 minutes, was described as voluntary and supervised.
As of now, the lacrosse team’s activities have been postponed, and the remaining players are being closely monitored. The head coach was not present during the workout. The severity of the condition has raised concerns among medical experts, with some players still hospitalized days after the incident.
Tufts University men’s lacrosse team is the reigning national champion of the NCAA Division III. The university expressed its support for the affected players and their families, hoping for their swift recovery under the care of medical professionals. Details about the specific workout that led to the rhabdo diagnosis were not disclosed.
The incident has sparked attention and concern, highlighting the potential risks associated with strenuous workouts and the importance of proper supervision and monitoring during physical activities.
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