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Is it Possible to Sanitize Athletes' Shoes?

Authors :
Messina, Gabriele
Burgassi, Sandra
Russo, Carmela
Ceriale, Emma
Quercioli, Cecilia
Meniconi, Cosetta
Source :
Journal of Athletic Training (Allen Press). Feb2015, Vol. 50 Issue 2, p126-132. 7p. 3 Black and White Photographs, 2 Charts.
Publication Year :
2015

Abstract

The article focuses on a study on the efficiency of a sanitizing technique to decrease bacterial and fungal population from athletes' footwear. It reports that the procedure of sanitizing athletes footwear was successful as it reduced the microbial load in the footwear. It further states that there were reductions in the colony forming units of Staphylococcus spp, Enterococcus spp, E.coli and yeast. It also mentions that the Cyberclean used for disinfection was effective.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
10626050
Volume :
50
Issue :
2
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Journal of Athletic Training (Allen Press)
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
103364557
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.4085/1062-6050-49.3.55