Book Description:
Explore the third edition of “Introduction to Sports Medicine and Athletic Training” by Robert C. France, a comprehensive guide covering injury assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation. Updated with over 1,000 illustrations and the latest research, it’s essential for students and professionals in sports medicine.
Introduction to Sports Medicine and Athletic Training, 3rd Edition
Author: Robert C. France
Publisher: Human Kinetics Publishers
ISBN: 978-1337625005
Description:
Meet the latest edition of the leading text on sports medicine and athletic training, now extensively revised and updated! This comprehensive textbook provides a complete exploration of the field, covering the basic sciences and their application to injury assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation.
Organized in nine chapters, the third edition of Introduction to Sports Medicine and Athletic Training covers a wide range of topics:
- The history, scope, and foundational principles of sports medicine and athletic training
- Anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics of the musculoskeletal system
- The pathophysiology and clinical presentation of common sports injuries
- Assessment and management of sports injuries
- Rehabilitation of sports injuries
- Nutrition for athletes
- Psychology of sport and exercise
- Ethical and legal considerations in sports medicine and athletic training
- The interdisciplinary nature of sports medicine and athletic training
The updated and revised third edition features:
- More than 1,000 full-color illustrations
- A new section on injury prevention
- Enhanced coverage of rehabilitation techniques
- Updated references and the latest research findings
With its clear and engaging writing style, Introduction to Sports Medicine and Athletic Training, Third Edition is an essential text for students, practitioners, and professionals in sports medicine and athletic training. It is also an invaluable resource for athletes, coaches, parents, and anyone interested in the field of sports medicine and athletics.