Sport, Medicine and Health: The medicalization of sport?

The relationship between sport, medicine, and health in our society is explored in this book, which examines changing political economies, altered perceptions of the body, and the scientific discourse underlying the promotion of physical activity. It exposes the social construction of sports medical knowledge and questions the potential for medicine to influence athletes' well-being positively and negatively through original case studies.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 212 pages
Publication date: 20 June 2018
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The intricate interplay between sport, medicine, and health in our society is evolving rapidly, presenting a complex tapestry of interconnections. This timely and significant study delves into this intricate relationship by examining the shifting political economies, evolving perceptions of the body and scientific advancements that have contributed to the human condition. Through a comprehensive survey of the diverse ways in which medicine intersects with the world of sport, the book explores the evolving practices and purposes of sports medicine in the present day.

Drawing upon the latest research in the sociology of sport, this book uncovers the scientific discourse that underpins the promotion of physical activity, shedding light on the political context within which medical knowledge and public policies emerge. It critically examines the inconsistencies between these policies and their attempts to regulate the supply and demand for sports medicine.

Through a series of original case studies, the book exposes the social construction of sports medical knowledge and raises important questions about the potential for medicine to influence athletes' well-being both positively and negatively. Sport, Medicine, and Health: The Medicalization of Sport? serves as a valuable resource for students and scholars interested in sports medicine, sports policy, public health, and the sociology of sport. It offers insightful perspectives and contributes to our understanding of the evolving dynamics between these three domains.

Weight: 354g
Dimension: 157 x 234 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781138317659