The Adolescent Athlete : A Practical Approach /
Contributor(s): Micheli, Lyle J [editor.] | Purcell, Laura [editor.] | SpringerLink (Online service).
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BookPublisher: New York, NY : Springer New York, 2007.Description: XII, 444 p. 213 illus. online resource.Content type: text Media type: computer Carrier type: online resourceISBN: 9780387498256.Subject(s): Medicine | General practice (Medicine) | Orthopedics | Primary care (Medicine) | Sports medicine | Medicine & Public Health | Sports Medicine | Primary Care Medicine | Orthopedics | General Practice / Family MedicineDDC classification: 617.1027 Online resources: Click here to access online | Item type | Current location | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds |
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Rehabilitation and Diagnosis -- Principles of Rehabilitation -- Diagnostic Imaging -- Anatomic Regions -- Traumatic Head Injuries -- Cervical and Thoracic Spine Injuries -- Lumbar Spine Injuries -- Thoracoabdominal Injuries -- Adolescent Shoulder Injuries -- Elbow and Forearm Injuries -- Injuries to the Wrist, Hand, and Fingers -- Pelvic, Hip, and Thigh Injuries -- Knee Injuries -- Lower Leg Injuries -- Foot and Ankle Injuries.
The Adolescent Athlete: A Practical Approach offers keen insight into providing musculoskeletal care for growing athletes. Chapters are logically organized by anatomical region and are written by experts in the field who focus on improved clinical decision making. Intended for sports medicine physicians, primary care physicians, orthopedists, and athletic trainers, the text addresses both chronic and acute injuries in addition to congenital conditions. Fundamentals, including basic anatomy, physical examination, and patient history are covered in detail. Emphasis is placed on the recognition of injury patterns unique to adolescent athletes, and invaluable tables are incorporated to assist with diagnosis. Prevention, patient management, and referral are outlined. The user-friendly book also highlights return to play guidelines and includes summary pearls. To further facilitate comprehensive patient care, musculoskeletal diagnostic imaging and principles of rehabilitation are covered as well. Anatomical drawings, photos of examination maneuvers, and diagnostic images, such as x-rays and MRI scans, complete the text by illustrating key concepts. With its presentation of sought-after information and accessible format, this book is a welcome resource for those who want to improve the musculoskeletal health of active children and adolescents.
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