The Female Athlete

1st Edition - August 3, 2021
Imprint: Elsevier
Editor: Rachel Frank
Language: English
Paperback ISBN:
9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 7 5 9 8 5 - 4
eBook ISBN:
9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 7 5 9 8 6 - 1

Of all the important factors that must be considered when assessing and treating an athlete, the impact of patient sex is perhaps the most critical, yet historically has often be… Read more

Purchase options

Info / Buy

BLOOM INTO SPRING SAVINGS

Save up to 25% on books and eBooks!

Shop now

Institutional subscription on ScienceDirect

Request a sales quote

Of all the important factors that must be considered when assessing and treating an athlete, the impact of patient sex is perhaps the most critical, yet historically has often been neglected. The "same injury" in a male patient may present differently, sometimes in subtle ways, than in a female patient and may require a different treatment approach. The Female Athlete, edited by Dr. Rachel Frank, provides concise, expert coverage of the ways in which common sports medicine injuries present in female patients versus male patients, describing recent literature analyzing sex differences in injury patterns and available treatment options.

Cover image
Title page
Table of Contents
Copyright
Dedication
List of Contributors
About the Editors
Foreword
Introduction
Chapter 1. Knee Anatomy and Biomechanics
Introduction
Osseous Differences
Soft Tissue Differences
Neuromuscular Differences
Conclusion
Chapter 2. Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury in the Female Athlete
Introduction
Mechanical Factors
Neuromuscular Factors
Endocrinologic Factors
Genetic Factors
Psychologic Factors
Prevention
Reconstruction
Outcomes After Reconstruction
Chapter 3. Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries: Sex-Based Differences
Introduction and Epidemiology
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Anatomy and Function
Gender-Based Anatomic Differences
Menstrual Hormones and Oral Contraception
Gender Differences in Knee Kinematics
Prevention
Operative Considerations
Surgical Technique
Return to Sport
Chapter 4. Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries in Female Soccer Players
Introduction
Epidemiology
Mechanisms and Risk Factors
Postreconstruction Outcomes and Reinjury Risks
Conclusions
Chapter 5. Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury Prevention
Introduction
Neuromuscular Training Programs
Discussion
Conclusion
Chapter 6. Meniscus and Articular Cartilage Injuries
Introduction
Meniscus Injuries
Articular Cartilage Injuries
Chapter 7. Patellofemoral Pain in the Female Athlete
Introduction
Anatomy
Pathophysiology
Imaging
Patient Presentation
Physical Examination
Treatment
Surgical Treatment
Chapter 8. Patellar Instability
Introduction
Patient Population and Predictors of Recurrence
Approach to the First-Time Dislocation
Surgical Management of Patellofemoral Instability
Postoperative Rehabilitation
Summary
Chapter 9. Hip Anatomy and Biomechanics
Introduction
Anatomy
Layered Approach to the Hip
Biomechanics of the Hip
The Female Athlete's Hip
Summary
Chapter 10. Nonarthritic Hip Pathology
Introduction
Structural and Functional Anatomy
Anterior Hip Pathology
Lateral Hip Pathology
Posterior Hip Pathology
Summary
Chapter 11. Hip Disorders in the Female Athlete
Femoroacetabular Impingement and Associated Labral Tears
Hip Dysplasia and Associated Labral Tears
Iliopsoas Tendonitis and Internal Snapping Hip Syndrome
Iliotibial Band Tightness and External Snapping Hip Syndrome
Trochanteric Bursitis
Gluteal Tendonitis and Tears
Femoral Torsional Abnormalities
Hip Osteoarthritis in Female Athletes
Chapter 12. Ankle Anatomy and Biomechanics
Introduction
Bony Anatomy
Soft Tissue Anatomy
Neurovascular Anatomy
Biomechanics of the Ankle-Gait Cycle
Gender-Related Differences in Ankle Anatomy and Biomechanics
Summary
Chapter 13. Ankle Instability
Introduction
Anatomy/Biomechanics
Risk Factors
Clinical Presentation
Physical Examination
Imaging
Grading of Lateral Ankle Sprains
Concomitant Injuries
Nonoperative Treatment
Chronic Ankle Instability
Operative Treatment
Rehabilitation
Gender-Related Differences
Summary
Chapter 14. Shoulder Anatomy and Biomechanics
Osteology
Arthrology
Static Stabilizers
Dynamic Stabilizers
Nerves
Arteries
Biomechanics
Labrum, Biceps, Glenohumeral Ligaments, and Capsule
Summary
Chapter 15. Shoulder Instability in the Female Athlete
Introduction
Functional Anatomy
Pathoanatomy of Anterior Instability
Pathoanatomy of Posterior Instability
Pathoanatomy of Multidirectional Instability
Evaluation of the Female Athlete with Shoulder Instability
Management of Anterior Shoulder Instability
Management of Posterior Shoulder Instability
Multidirectional Instability of the Shoulder
Conclusion
Chapter 16. Rotator Cuff Function and Injury in the Female Athlete
Introduction
Softball
Volleyball
Tennis
Swimming
Injury Prevention Programs
Shoulder Surgery in the Female Athlete
Summary
Chapter 17. Elbow Anatomy and Biomechanics
Introduction
Muscular Anatomy
Neurovascular Anatomy
Elbow Biomechanics
Summary
Chapter 18. Elbow Ulnar Collateral Ligament Injuries in the Female Athlete
Introduction
Nonoperative Management of Ulnar Collateral Ligament Injuries in Female Athletes
Operative Management of Ulnar Collateral Ligament Injuries in Female Athletes
Conclusion
Chapter 19. Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Elbow
Introduction and Epidemiology
Mechanism of Injury
Treatment and Outcomes
Outcomes in Female Athletes
Summary
Chapter 20. Epidemiology of Female Versus Male Athletic Injuries
Introduction
Epidemiology Basics
Concussion Epidemiology: Gender-Based Differences
Epidemiology of Upper Extremity Injuries: Gender-Based Differences
Lower Extremity Epidemiology: Gender-Based Differences
Overuse Injury Epidemiology: Gender-Based Differences
Summary
Chapter 21. Overuse Injuries in Females
Introduction
Achilles Tendon Injuries
Patellar Tendinopathy/Tendonitis
Rotator Cuff Tendonitis
Biceps Tendonitis
Lateral Epicondylitis
Spondylolysis
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Conclusion
Chapter 22. Concussions in the Female Athlete
Introduction
Clarifying Terms
Sport-Specific Differences
Unique Features of Concussions in Female Athletes
Concussion in Females Beyond the Athlete
The Female Body and Concussion Differences
Moving Toward the Future
Chapter 23. Stress Fractures
Introduction
Diagnosis
Imaging Studies
Management
Specific Stress Fractures
Conclusion
Chapter 24. Chronic Exertional Compartment Syndrome
Introduction
Anatomy
Pathophysiology and Risk Factors
Signs and Symptoms
Differential Diagnoses and Diagnostic Testing
Treatment and Outcomes
Conclusions
Chapter 25. The Female Athlete Triad/Relative Energy Deficiency in Sports
Introduction
Low Energy Availability in the Female Athlete
Menstrual Dysfunction in the Female Athlete
Low Bone Mineral Density
Conclusion
Chapter 26. Exercise Considerations Before, During, and After Pregnancy
Introduction
Pathophysiology
Benefits of Exercise in Pregnancy
General Recommendations
Exercise Prescription
First Steps and How to Start Exercising During Pregnancy
Contraindications to Exercise During Pregnancy
High-Risk Sports to Avoid
Altitude Training
Exercise Considerations During the Postpartum Period and Return to Sport
Breastfeeding
Conclusions
Index

Life Sciences

Physical Sciences & Engineering

Social Sciences & Humanities

Health

The Female Athlete

Purchase options

BLOOM INTO SPRING SAVINGS

Institutional subscription on ScienceDirect

Rachel Frank

Related books