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Encyclopedia of Sports Medicine ed. by Dr. Lyle J. Micheli M.D.
Publications, Inc.| 2011 | 1803 pages | PDF | 28 MB

The Encyclopedia of Sports Medicine describes all aspects of the field with perspectives, concepts, and methods from the medical, behavioral, and social sciences and physical education.
Key Features. Includes contributions from preeminent healthcare professionals who are renowned experts
. Presents a broad spectrum of entries covering a variety of key topics, a glossary, and two appendices
. Contains more than 550 tables and images, including anatomical drawings, X-rays, and MRI scans
. Illustrates selected diagnostic and treatment techniques step-by-step with more than 200 photographs
. Offers an in-depth examination of the various career opportunities in this area, including orthopedists, athletic trainers, sports psychologists, and nutritionists
Key Themes
. Conditioning and Training
. Diagnosis and Treatment of Sports Injuries
. Diet and Nutrition
. Doping and Performance Enhancement
. Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics, Kinesiology
. Injuries and Disorders
. Injury Prevention
. Medical Conditions Affecting Sports Participation
. Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy
. Special Populations
. Specialties and Occupations in Sports Medicine
. Sports and Society
. Sports and Sports Medicine
. Sports Psychology
. Sports-Specific Injuries
. Women and Sports
Contents
List of Entries
Reader's Guide
About the Editor
About the Advisory Board
Contributors
Introduction
Entries: A - Y
Glossary
Appendix A. Taping and Bracing Techniques
Appendix B. Organizations