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September 16, 2025Research in Sports MedicineOpen Access

The prevalence and perceptions of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug use among ultra-endurance runners

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PCPaige L. ColeBBBastien BontempsJPJamie Pugh

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Overview

Mixed-methods survey uncovers NSAID usage patterns in ultra-endurance runners, suggesting cultural drivers and risks.

Key Points

  • Over half (53%) of ultra-endurance runners reported using NSAIDs, particularly ibuprofen, to manage exercise-induced muscle damage.
  • Usage patterns varied significantly, with elite athletes utilizing NSAIDs strategically, while lower-tier athletes used them reactively for pain.
  • The study implemented a mixed-methods, cross-sectional survey design to explore NSAID use, motivations, and perceived risks among 167 runners.
  • These findings call for targeted strategies to improve pain management behaviors and awareness of potential harms, especially concerning renal and gastrointestinal issues.

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Cole et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d4205e713b0b5dfea69548https://doi.org/10.1080/15438627.2025.2561040
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