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Keynote
Virtual

Nisha Charkoudian, PhD Sex as a Biological Variable in Human Thermoregulation: Implications for Heat Illness Risk For decades, women were considered to be “less heat tolerant” than men, based on poorly controlled or anecdotal information. Unfortunately, assumptions like these led to exclusion of women from some endurance sports - for example, women could not “legally” run in the Boston Marathon until 1972. More recently, evidence points to quantitative influences of female reproductive hormones on thermoregulatory mechanisms, but these do not appear to have a negative influence on over

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Symposium
Virtual

Exercise, particularly that of high-load and high-intensity, can metabolically stress the skeleton, and in the absence of proper nutrition or sufficient recovery (modulated by the inflammatory response), exercise can have catabolic effects on bone. However, evidence demonstrates that chronic high-load, high-intensity, exercise (with a nutritious diet) can promote anabolism and increase bone mass over time. Understanding the complex physiological interplay between exercise-induced bone remodelling and nutrition, and the mechanisms modulating this process in different populations (i.e., youth, obesity, athletes, and older adults) is crucial to the design of lifestyle modification interventions and recovery strategies to support bone health and decrease fracture risk across the age and disease spectra. This symposium presents current research on factors that promote acute bone anabolism or reduce bone catabolism, thus benefiting longer-term bone health across the lifespan. Learning objectives: Review the current evidence on how nutrient provision, particularly protein and calcium, with exercise, supports the anabolic phase of the turnover process. These nutrients, consumed in isolation or combined with wholefoods (i.e., as dairy foods), beneficially alter the bone turnover response to exercise by decreasing bone resorption. Review how the inflammatory response to exercise modulates recovery from intense exercise possibly promoting additional benefits. Explore the role of obesity in the bone turnover responses to exercise which, over time, may lead to compromised bone health. 1. Nota Klentrou (Brock University, Canada): The association of acute inflammatory and bone responses to exercise: the role of age and adiposity 2. Andrea Josse (York University, Canada): Nutritional modulation of the bone and inflammatory responses to exercise 3. Wendy Kohrt (University of Colorado, USA): Regulation of calcium homeostasis during endurance exercise

Abstract Presentations

Moderator: Nikki van Noord - McGill University

Abstract Presentations

Moderator: Silar Gardy - McGill University

Fireside Chat

Chair: Dr. Charlotte Usselman, McGill University Speakers: Dr. Jesse Moreira-Bouchard, Boston University Dr. Sofia Ahmed, University of Alberta Dr. Baraa Al-Khazraji, McMaster University An interactive discussion of the benefits, barriers, and strategies that can be used to incorporate gender-related variables into scientific research studies. Please note this will be a panel discussion with questions from audience

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Abstract Presentations

Moderator: Sarkis Hannaian - McGill University

Abstract Presentations

Moderator: Silar Gardy - McGill University

Symposium
Virtual

Modérateurs de la session Drs. Benoit Gentil & Elise Duchesne Parcours et expérience paralympique d’un athlète inspirant vivant avec un handicap - Philippe Vachon Étapes préalables au développement de programmes de réadaptation adaptés en maladies rares - Dr. Elise Duchesne Effets positifs multisystémiques de l'entraînement en force en dystrophie myotonique de type 1 - Dr. Laura Girard-Côté B-FIT : Un guide pour l'exercice individualisé en dystrophie musculaire oculopharyngée - Dr. Marc-Olivier Dugas This symposium aims to address the challenges and innovative solutions associated with developing rehabilitation programs for patients with rare diseases. First, it outlines the essential steps to take before developing rehabilitation programs and highlights the importance of a personalized, evidence-based approach to meet the unique needs of these patients. Next, the symposium explores the multisystemic effects of strength training in patients with myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1), emphasizing the potential benefits of these interventions on body systems. The B-FIT guide is then presented, offering a practical framework for individualized exercise programs designed to enhance physical capacity in patients with oculopharyngeal muscular dystrophy (OPMD). Finally, the symposium ends with a presentation on the development of rehabilitation programs specifically designed for patients with autosomal recessive spastic ataxia of Charlevoix-Saguenay (ARSACS), taking into account the complex needs associated with this rare disease. This symposium offers a unique opportunity to enhance knowledge and skills in the management of rare diseases through innovative and tailored rehabilitation interventions. Symposium learning objectives: Understand the steps to take before developing rehabilitation programs for rare diseases. Appreciate the positive multisystemic effects of strength training in patients with myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1). Apply the principles of the B-FIT guide for individualized exercise programs in oculopharyngeal muscular dystrophy (OPMD). Explore the specifics of rehabilitation programs tailored to people with ARSACS.

Symposium

“Cancer Treatments and Muscle Health: Effects on Muscle Satellite Cells and Supportive Therapy Considerations” - Alex Green, PhD "Muscles on the Mend: Sex Differences and Hormonal Influences Driving Repair and Regeneration” - Mai Wageh, PhD “Understanding satellite cell-opathies to develop personalized therapies.” - Nicolas Dumont, PhD

Symposium
Virtual

Understand how cardiovascular health and control mechanisms can change across the lifespan of someone assigned female sex at birth. Chair: Dr. Charlotte Usselman Speakers: Orthostatic tolerance in women: interaction of autonomic mechanisms and environment - Dr. Nisha Charkoudian Autonomic Circulatory Control in Pregnancy - Dr. Qi Fu Arteries in Focus: The Role of Sex Hormones in Women’s Vascular Health - Dr. Jennifer Williams

Symposium

Wearable technology has exploded in both popularity and accessibility with recent technological advancements. This technology can be applied in high-performance sport, by Canadians following 24-Hr Movement Guidelines, and even when advancing high-quality clinical care in patients suffering from cardiovascular disease. The heart, lung, and vasculature play a critical role in facilitating skeletal muscle oxygen delivery and the capacity to perform and tolerate physical activity. Physiological measures arising from advanced wearable technology combined with clinical assessments can provide a more wholesome report pertaining to underlying pathology. Emphasis will be placed on how the application of specific advanced wearable technology, many of which are traditionally present outside of clinical care, have been incorporated into clinical research environments. Drs. Susanna Mak and Laura Avila are leading clinician-scientists who will provide their perspective and experience applying advanced wearable technology to assess pulmonary ventilation, gas exchange, and skeletal muscle oxygenation within their research programs in support of high-quality patient care. Past, present and future perspectives pertaining to clinical exercise physiology in patient cohorts of heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and post-thrombotic syndrome will be explored during individual presentations followed by Q&A with members of the audience. Straight From the Heart: Measuring Cardiac Output and Other Central Hemodynamics During Exercise - Dr. Susanna Mak A Sticky Problem: Measuring and Managing Post-Thrombotic Syndrome in Paediatrics - Dr. Laura Avila