Injuries in sports
By: by Ryan Basen
Contributors: McDougall, Chrös. edt
Series: Issues in sports; Issues in sports; SportsZONE
Publisher: ABDO Publishing Company
Published: 2014
Place of publication: Minneapolis, MN
Language: eng
Number of pages: 64
ISBN-13: 9781624031236
Subjects: Sports injuries; Juvenile literature
Description: "The spotlight on sports is brighter than ever, and the focus isn't just on the scores. This title takes a critical look at a challenging issue within the sports world, providing history and context while also examining key factors in the issue and how it is being addressed. This title is balanced and straightforward, and uses numerous examples to illuminate the issue. With a glossary, primary source sidebars, and additional resources, this title will keep readers engaged and up to date on the biggest concerns in sports today. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards."--Publisher
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (pages 62-63) and index.

Grades 5-8.
Table of contents: title: Pain in the game; title: Injury wave; title: Long-term consequences; title: Injuries in youth collision sports; title: Medical advances; title: How to handle injury.