Books in Sports medicine

Marche nordique et santé

1st Edition
March 30, 2021
Frédéric Depiesse
French

La marche nordique, activité physique et sportive d’endurance, simple et naturelle, est aujourd’hui pratiquée dans le monde entier. Elle est source de nombreux effets bénéfiques sur la santé physique, sociale et mentale et a toute sa place dans le cadre des recommandations “sport-santé”.Ce livre, rédigé par Frédéric Depiesse, en lien avec les experts de la FFA, fait le point de façon exhaustive et didactique sur l’ensemble des prérequis nécessaires pour la pratique et la prescription de la marche nordique. Il présente l’historique et les différentes évolutions de ce sport et les techniques et précautions à prendre pour sa pratique. Il analyse la discipline au regard des connaissances scientifiques et médicales et propose une vision de la prescription de la marche nordique dans un parcours de soins ou de prévention.Marche nordique et santé s’adresse à tous les professionnels de santé (médecins du sport, médecins généralistes, spécialistes, kiné-sithérapeutes, ergothérapeutes, psychomotriciens, etc.) ainsi qu’aux entraîneurs désirant acquérir une approche de leur discipline plus axée sur la santé.

Clinical Care of the Runner

1st Edition
November 20, 2019
Mark A. Harrast
English

Offering current guidance from national and international experts, Clinical Care of the Runner provides a comprehensive, practical approach to caring for the runner patient. Editor Dr. Mark A. Harrast, Clinical Professor of Rehabilitation Medicine and Sports Medicine and Medical Director for Husky Stadium and the Seattle Marathon, ensures that you’re up to date with assessment, biomechanics, musculoskeletal injuries, medical illness, training, special populations, and other key topics.

Anatomy Trains

3rd Edition
December 6, 2013
Thomas W. Myers
English

The new edition of this hugely successful book continues to present a unique understanding of the role of fascia in healthy movement and postural distortion which is of vital importance to bodyworkers and movement therapists worldwide. Fully updated throughout and now with accompanying website (www.myersmyofascialmeridians.com), Anatomy Trains: Myofascial Meridians for Manual and Movement Therapists will be ideal for all those professionals who have an interest in human movement: massage therapists, structural integration practitioners, craniosacral therapists, yoga teachers, osteopaths, manual therapists, physiotherapists, athletic trainers, personal trainers, dance and movement teachers, chiropractors and acupuncturists. "There is a clinical relevance to this book that could change the thinking of most physiotherapists and encourage a more "whole body" approach to therapy." Reviewed by: Sam Blanchard, Head of Academy Physiotherapy, Brighton & Hove Albion Football club. Date: Aug 2014

General Medical Conditions in the Athlete

2nd Edition
March 18, 2011
Micki Cuppett + 1 more
English

A one-stop reference for the diagnosis and treatment of athletic injuries and illnesses, General Medical Conditions in the Athlete, 2nd Edition provides in-depth coverage of all the aspects of non-orthopedic pathology that can occur within athletes. Full-color photos enhance comprehension of the material, which is logically organized into 19 chapters. The beginning chapters cover fundamental areas such as the medical examination, equipment, diagnostic imaging and testing, and pharmacology. Later chapters, organized by body systems, cover the actual medical conditions and include all educational competencies mandated by the National Athletic Trainers' Association for program accreditation. The last two chapters cover psychosocial and substance abuse disorders and working with special populations. Experienced authors Micki Cuppett and Katie Walsh provide unrivaled online resources, including nearly one hour of video showing examples of patient evaluation procedures.

Professional Ethics in Athletic Training

1st Edition
October 25, 2007
Gretchen A. Schlabach + 1 more
English

An invaluable resource for any athletic training curriculum, this text introduces athletic training as a profession by presenting an ethical framework of values, principles, and theory. Chapters explore important issues related to cultural competence, foundational behaviors of professional practice, professional and moral behavior, and ethical decision-making - skills that both inform and transcend the athletic training profession. Learning activities at the end of each section help you see connections between the material and clinical practice, revealing new insights about yourself, your profession, and the organizations with which you will interact.

Mosby's Sports Therapy Taping Guide

1st Edition
April 1, 1995
Robert Kennedy
English

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