Pediatric and Adolescent Concussion : Diagnosis, Management, and Outcomes

Apps, J. N. (EDT)/ Walter, K. D. (EDT)

Springer（2011/11発売）

• 製本 Hardcover:ハードカバー版／ページ数 240 p.
• 言語 ENG
• 商品コード 9780387895444
• DDC分類 612

Full Description

Between the growing numbers of children and adolescents playing sports and the increased attention to head injuries by the larger sports community and the general public, pediatric concussions are emerging as a major concern.

Contents

Section 1: Definitions and Causes of Concussion.- Chapter 1. Historical Perspectives on Concussion.- Chapter 2. Definition and Classification of Concussion.- Chapter 3. Sports-Related Concussion.- Chapter 4. Biomechanics and Pathophysiology of Concussion.- Section II: Assessment and Treatment of Concussion.- Chapter 5. Immediate "On the Field" Assessment of Concussion.- Chapter 6. Acute Treatment of Concussion.- Chapter 7.Utilization of Imaging Technology in Concussion Assessment.- Chapter 8. Long-Term Assessment of Concussion.- Chapter 9. Long-Term Treatment of Concussion.- Chapter 10. Methods of Formal Neurocognitive Assessment of Concussion.- Section III: Additional Issues in Pediatric Concussion.- Chapter 11. Pre-Morbid Functional Considerations in Pediatric Concussion.- Chapter 12. Developmental Considerations in Pediatric Concussion Evaluation and Management.- Chapter 13.The Future of Preventing Concussion in Children and Adolescents.- Chapter 14. Post-Injury Issues and Ethics of Return-to-Play in Pediatric Concussion.