Full Description
Rehabilitation Techniques for Sports Medicine and Athletic Training, Seventh Edition is the definitive reference for athletic training students and professionals who are interested in gaining more in-depth exposure to the theory and practical application of rehabilitation techniques used in a sports medicine environment.
Dr. William Prentice and his contributors have combined their knowledge and expertise to produce a single text that encompasses all aspects of sports medicine rehabilitation. Featuring more than 1,000 full-color illustrations, 700 high-resolution videos, and an integrated laboratory manual, this newly updated Seventh Edition provides the athletic trainer with a complete guide to the design, implementation, and supervision of rehabilitation programs for sport-related injuries.
The Seventh Edition includes new and updated information on topics including:
• Pharmacology and the role of medication in pain management and performance
• Nutrition and its impact on rehabilitation
• Rehabilitation techniques for the core
• Roles within the rehabilitation team
• Pathomechanics and epidemiology of common injuries
• Psychological considerations and communication with injured patients
• Tips for documentation from Dr. Prentice
Included with the text are online supplemental materials for faculty use in the classroom.
Rehabilitation Techniques for Sports Medicine and Athletic Training, Seventh Editionis a comprehensive resource for athletic training students, faculty, and clinicians; physical therapists who manage rehabilitation programs for sports-related injuries; as well as for strength and conditioning coaches who supervise performance enhancement programs on return to play.
Contents
Acknowledgments About the Editor Contributing Authors Preface Introduction Section I - The Basis of Injury Rehabilitation Chapter 1: Essential Considerations in Designing a Rehabilitation Program for the Injured Patient Chapter 2: Understanding and Managing the Healing Process Through Rehabilitation Chapter 3: The Evaluation Process in Rehabilitation Chapter 4: Psychological Considerations for Rehabilitation of the Injured Athletic Patient Section II - Achieving the Goals of Rehabilitation Chapter 5: Establishing Core Stability in Rehabilitation Chapter 6: Reestablishing Neuromuscular Control Chapter 7: Regaining Postural Stability and Balance Chapter 8: Restoring Range of Motion and Improving Flexibility Chapter 9: Regaining Muscular Strength, Endurance, and Power Chapter 10: Maintaining Cardiorespiratory Fitness During Rehabilitation Section III - The Tools of Rehabilitation Chapter 11: Plyometric Exercise in Rehabilitation Chapter 12: Open vs Closed Kinetic Chain Exercise in Rehabilitation Chapter 13: Joint Mobilization and Traction Techniques in Rehabilitation Chapter 14: Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Techniques in Rehabilitation Chapter 15: Aquatic Therapy in Rehabilitation Chapter 16: Functional Progressions and Functional Testing in Rehabilitation Section IV - Rehabilitation Techniques for Specific Injuries Chapter 17: Rehabilitation of Shoulder Injuries Chapter 18: Rehabilitation of Elbow Injuries Chapter 19: Rehabilitation of Wrist, Hand, and Finger Injuries Chapter 20: Rehabilitation of Groin, Hip, and Thigh Injuries Chapter 21: Rehabilitation of Knee Injuries Chapter 22: Rehabilitation of Lower Leg Injuries Chapter 23: Rehabilitation of Ankle and Foot Injuries Chapter 24: Rehabilitation of Injuries to the Spine Glossary Financial Disclosures Index
