Sports Injuries: Prevention, Treatment and Rehabilitation

The risk of potential injury increases with regular physical activity, so all persons involved in injury management must understand the healing process of different tissues and the demands of different sports. Sports Injuries, Fifth Edition, is a comprehensive textbook that covers the prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of sports injuries, with updated topics such as individual risk factors, physical inactivity, head and face injuries, cervical, thoracic, and abdominal injuries, back and spine injuries, leg, knee, and thigh injuries, outdoor activities during extreme conditions, ethical considerations, and injuries in sport for the disabled, growing, and aging athletes. It is richly illustrated with over 600 color drawings and photographs and features a glossary of key terms and protocols with rehabilitation exercises.

Format: Hardback
Length: 680 pages
Publication date: 25 January 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

As awareness of the cardiovascular, metabolic, and muscular benefits of regular physical activity grows, so does the risk of potential injury. To effectively address these injuries, all individuals involved in injury management must possess a comprehensive understanding of the healing processes of different tissues and be familiar with the unique demands of various sports.

Sports Injuries, Fifth Edition, authored by three esteemed experts, is a comprehensive resource that delves into the prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of sports injuries. This essential text is a must-read for athletes, coaches/trainers, physiotherapists, and doctors, offering a seamless blend of scientific background and evidence-based knowledge with practical applications.

The updated edition of this highly popular and well-established textbook covers a wide range of topics, including:

Individual risk factors for sports injuries: Understanding the factors that increase the likelihood of injury among athletes is crucial for prevention strategies.

Effects of physical inactivity on the tissues: Inactivity can have detrimental effects on the health and function of muscles, joints, and other tissues, making it essential to promote regular physical activity.

Head and face injuries in sport: Accidents and collisions can occur in many sports, resulting in head and face injuries that require specialized care and rehabilitation.

Cervical, thoracic, and abdominal injuries in sport: These injuries can occur due to various factors, including overexertion, improper technique, or trauma, and require careful assessment and treatment.

Back and spine injuries in sport: Back and spine injuries are common among athletes, and proper training, equipment, and rehabilitation can help prevent and manage these injuries.

Leg, knee, and thigh injuries: These injuries are frequently encountered in sports that involve running, jumping, and kicking, and require specialized attention to prevent and recover from.

Outdoor activities during extreme conditions: Participating in sports or exercise in extreme weather conditions can increase the risk of injury, and it is essential to be aware of the risks and take appropriate precautions.

Ethical considerations in sports and exercise medicine: Sports medicine involves ethical dilemmas, such as the use of performance-enhancing drugs, and it is essential to consider these issues when providing care to athletes.

Injuries in sport for the disabled, growing, and aging athletes: Different age groups and individuals with disabilities may have unique challenges and risks associated with sports injuries, and it is important to tailor treatment and rehabilitation strategies accordingly.

Richly illustrated with over 600 color drawings and photographs, this book provides a visual representation of injuries resulting from a wide range of international sports. For each type of injury examined, it offers detailed information on symptoms, mechanisms of injury, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation protocols, and key points. This clear and concise textbook also includes a glossary of key terms and protocols, along with rehabilitation exercises to aid in recovery.

By providing a comprehensive and up-to-date understanding of sports injuries, Sports Injuries, Fifth Edition, empowers athletes, coaches/trainers, physiotherapists, and doctors to effectively prevent, treat, and rehabilitate injuries, ensuring optimal performance and well-being in the world of sports.

Weight: 1460g
Dimension: 280 x 210 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367522032
Edition number: 5 ed