Sports injury prevention

"This volume in the Handbook of Sports Medicine and Science series is a practical guide on the prevention of sports injuries. It covers all Olympic sports, plus additional sport activities with international competition, such as rugby. Focusing on reducing the potential for injuries, the book i...

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Corporate Authors: IOC Medical Commission. Sub-Commission on Publications in the Sport Sciences
Group Author: Bahr, Roald, 1957; Engebretsen, Lars, 1949
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Literature type: Electronic eBook
Language: English
Series: Handbook of sports medicine and science
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Online Access: http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/book/10.1002/9781444303612
Summary: "This volume in the Handbook of Sports Medicine and Science series is a practical guide on the prevention of sports injuries. It covers all Olympic sports, plus additional sport activities with international competition, such as rugby. Focusing on reducing the potential for injuries, the book is organised by regions of the body. There are also chapters on the importance of injury prevention and developing an injury prevention program within a team. The authors identify the risk factors for specific injuries in each sport, typical injury mechanisms, and risks associated with training."
"Published under the auspices of the Medical Commission of the International Olympic Committee, Sports Injury Prevention shows how the health of athletes can be protected by highlighting research findings and their practical application. With contributions from internationally renowned experts, this handbook is invaluable for medical doctors who serve athletes and sports teams and an essential read for all sports coaches, physical therapists, and athletic trainers."--Jacket.
Carrier Form: 1 online resource (x, 238 pages) : illustrations.
Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN: 9781444303629
1444303627
9781444303612
1444303619
Index Number: RD97
CLC: R873.01
Contents: Why is injury prevention in sports important? -- A systematic approach to sports injury prevention -- Developing and managing an injury prevention program within the team -- Preventing ankle injuries -- Preventing knee injuries -- Preventing hamstring injuries -- Preventing groin injuries -- Preventing low back pain -- Preventing shoulder injuries -- Preventing elbow injuries -- Preventing injuries to the head and cervical spine -- Preventing tendon overuse injuries -- Implementing large-scale injury prevention programs -- Planning for major events.