Full Description
This popular handbook comprehensively covers the prevention and treatment of sports injuries, and is thus essential reading for all athletes, trainers, physio-therapists and doctors. The book covers all international sports and features extensive use of action photographs.
Contents
Sports Medicine and Injuries in Sports and Society Individual Risk Factors for Sports Injuries General Risk Factors for Sports Injuries Prevention of Injury and Preparation for Sport Effects of Physical Inactivity on the Tissues Prevention: Protective Equipment Principles Injury Prevention Treatment Principles and Options Rehabilitation Principles Shoulder Injuries of the Shoulder Shoulder Injuries of the Upper Arm Shoulder Injuries of the Elbow Shoulder Injuries of the Forearm, Wrist and Hand Head and Face Injuries in Sport Cervical, Thoracic and Abdominal Injuries in Sport Back and Spine Injuries in Sport Pain in the Groin, Pelvis and Hip Joint Contributors Thigh Injuries in Sport Sports Injuries of the Knee Lower Leg Injuries in Sport Sports Injuries of the Ankle Ankle Instability Tear of the Anterior Talofibular Ligament (ATLF) Tear of the Calcaneofibular Ligament (CFL) Tear of the Deltoid Ligament: Medial Collateral Ligament of the Ankle Ankle Pain Persistent Ankle Pain Osteochondral (Bone-Cartilage) Lesions of the Talus Chronic Ankle Tendon Injuries Specific Ankle Rehabilitation Sports Injuries of the Foot Special Consideration Should be Given to Growing Athletes Outdoor Activities and Sports during Extreme Conditions Injuries in Sport for Disabled Index
