The hospital AZ Jan Palfijn in Ghent has opened a new Sports Medical Center aimed at supporting both elite athletes and recreational sports enthusiasts. The center offers services such as exercise testing, medical examinations, diagnostics, rehabilitation, and guidance for resuming physical activity. It utilizes advanced technology like the Cortex C21 gas analysis system, which measures oxygen uptake and other physiological parameters during exercise. This device is described as the first of its kind in the country and is mobile, allowing measurements to be taken at various sports locations.
Bias read (Center): The article provides factual information about the opening of a new facility with no apparent ideological framing or emphasis on political aspects. It focuses on the technical capabilities and services offered by the center without taking a stance or using biased language.
Official sources cited
- organisation AZ Jan Palfijn Hospital
- press release Fysioloog Sören Sanders
