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Review Article Volume 10 Issue 2
Human physiology at high altitude and health activities: The Erciyes Model
M Savaş Ilbasmis
Received: March 22, 2026 | Published: May 26, 2026
Citation: Ilbasmis MS. Human physiology at high altitude and health activities: The Erciyes Model. Aeron Aero Open Access J. 2026;10(2):94-97. DOI: 10.15406/aaoaj.2026.10.00256
Abstract
High-altitude exposure induces complex physiological adaptations that may be harnessed to enhance both athletic performance and health. Mount Erciyes (2270–3346 m) provides a natural laboratory for studying hypobaric hypoxia and its effects on human physiology. This paper reviews both acute and chronic physiological responses to altitude, including ventilatory, hematological, and cellular adaptations, as well as potential risks such as acute mountain sickness. Furthermore, the Erciyes model demonstrates how high-altitude environments can be integrated into sports training, wellness programs, and medical tourism.
Keywords: erciyes, high-altitude, physiology, health tourism
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