| Description |
1 online resource : illustrations |
| Series |
Contemporary pediatric and adolescent sports medicine |
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Contemporary pediatric and adolescent sports medicine
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| Contents |
Current pediatric and adolescent sports medicine : an overview -- Rehabilitation and diagnosis -- Anatomic regions |
| Summary |
Now in a revised and updated second edition, this practical text on the adolescent athlete provides penetrating insights into musculoskeletal care for growing athletes. Chapters are logically organized by anatomical region and are written by experts in the field, focusing on improved clinical decision-making and addressing both chronic and acute injuries in addition to congenital conditions. Fundamentals, including basic anatomy, physical examination, and patient history, are covered in detail, with emphasis on the recognition of injury patterns unique to adolescent athletes. User-friendly tables are incorporated to assist with diagnosis. Prevention, patient management, and clinical pearls are each outlined, and return-to-play guidelines are highlighted. To further facilitate comprehensive patient care, musculoskeletal diagnostic imaging and principles of rehabilitation are covered as well. Anatomical drawings, photos of examination maneuvers, and diagnostic images, such as x-rays and MRI scans, complete the text by illustrating key concepts |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Notes |
Online resource; title from PDF title page (EBSCO, viewed July 31, 2018) |
| Subject |
Pediatric sports medicine.
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Youth -- Wounds and injuries.
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Sports injuries.
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Sports accidents.
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Sports medicine.
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Athletic Injuries
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Sports Medicine
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Adolescent
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MEDICAL -- Surgery -- General.
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Sports medicine
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Sports accidents
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Pediatric sports medicine
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Sports injuries
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Youth -- Wounds and injuries
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
Micheli, Lyle J., 1940- editor
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Purcell, Laura Kathleen, 1968- editor
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| ISBN |
9783319561882 |
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331956188X |
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