Micheli L.J. (ed.) Encyclopedia of Sports Medicine

SAGE Publications, 2011. - 1803 p.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 nutritionistsKey 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 SportsList of Entries
Reader’s GuideAbout the Advisory BoardEntries: A - YAppendix A. Taping and Bracing Techniques
Appendix B. Organizations