Principles of athletic training
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Principles of athletic training
Mosby Year Book, c1993
8th ed
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Includes bibliographical references and index
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Designed for physiotherapists, sports scientists and lecturers and students of physical education, this text provides a thorough overview of the field of athletic training, from general foundations to specific injury prevention and management techniques. It looks at organizational and administrative considerations, giving information on the budgeting and purchasing of supplies, training room design and operation and the importance of record keeping and legal concerns. Injury prevention through maintenance and improvement of cardiorespiratory endurance is discussed, and the text also provides coverage of many new topics, such as the rapid form immobilizer, various types of artificial surfaces, the McConnell technique for treating patellofemoral pain, new illustrations of various mobilization techniques, injuries to the temporomandibular joint and acupressure and acupuncture. Taking a case-study approach, this book includes sample management and exercises rehabilitation plans.
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