Encyclopedia of Sports Medicine

Professional sports is a huge industry, with much riding on the knees of even a single football player. But the playing fields are also filled with an abundance of 'weekend warriors' who value their own knees no less, and with increased participation in sports and exercise programmes, in general, comes increased risk of injury. Sports medicine is relevant not only to collegiate and professional athletes and the health professionals who treat and advise them, but also to parents and their children, amateur athletes and aging people maintaining a fitness regime.These four volumes present state-of-the-art research and evidence-based applications. The work is broad ranging, covering all aspects of sports medicine with perspectives from the medical, behavioural, and social sciences and physical education.From A-to-Z, this work covers the spectrum with entries included from such areas as body systems, regional injuries (craniofacial, shoulder, knee and so on), special populations (female, pediatric, older athletes), sport-specific injuries, rehabilitation, nutrition, substance use and abuse, sports psychology, the team physician and more.

To request a free 30-day online trial to this product, visit sagepub.com/freetrialWith an ever-growing variety of sports and exercise opportunities open to people of all ages, classes, and races, participation in casual sports has blossomed in recent decades, while interest in collegiate and professional sports has continued to soar. The field of sports medicine is thriving in response to the demand for health care professionals to care for people involved in vigorous exercise. Now more than ever, it is imperative that doctors, physical therapists, surgeons, nurses, and alternative medicine practitioners understand and are able to treat effectively the types of conditions stemming from all types of physical activity, ranging from pleasure walking to professional football. Presenting state-of-the-art research and evidence-based applications, this four-volume resource provides the most comprehensive and accessible information available on sports medicine. 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 Sports