The adolescent athlete
Subtitle: a practical approach
By: [edited by] Lyle J. Micheli, Laura Purcell.
Contributors: Micheli, Lyle J., 1940-; Purcell, Laura Kathleen, 1968-
Edition: 1st ed.
Publisher: Springer
Published: 2007
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 441
ISBN-13: 9780387359649
Subjects: Pediatric sports medicine; Youth -- Wounds and injuries; Sports injuries
Description: "The Adolescent Athlete: A Practical Approach offers keen insight into providing musculoskeletal care for growing athletes. Chapters are logically organized by anatomical region and are written by experts in the field who focus on improved clinical decision making. Intended for sports medicine physicians, primary care physicians, orthopedists, and athletic trainers, the text addresses both chronic and acute injuries in addition to congenital conditions. Fundamentals, including basic anatomy, physical examination, and patient history are covered in detail."--BOOK JACKET.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.