Sports Injuries: Your Questions Answered
byJames Johnson, PhD, is professor emeritus of Smith College in Northampton, MA. He is the co-author of Applied Sports Medicine for Coaches, along with a number of peer-reviewed articles in scientific journals.
20211031
Greenwood
Pages | 192 |
Topics | Case Studies;Surgery;Stages of Healing;Sprains;Sports Specialization;Rotator Cuff Injuries;RICE Protocol;Return to Play;Rehabilitation;Question and Answer Format;Physical Therapy;Overuse Injuries;Fractures;Dislocations;Concussions;Health and Wellness |
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This book explores how to recognize, treat, and prevent sports injuries and offers guidance on which sports and training techniques are most likely to lead to injury.
Engaging in sports has numerous health benefits, but it's an unfortunate reality that it can also lead to injury. Some sports, such as football and cheerleading, are particularly notorious for causing harm to young athletes. Specializing in a particular sport or going too hard too fast can also lead to injury. But which injuries are most likely to occur, and how should they be treated in both the short- and long-term? When should an injured athelete consider surgery? When is it safe to get back in the game?
Books in Greenwood's Q&A Health Guides series follow a reader-friendly question-and-answer format that anticipates readers' needs and concerns. Prevalent myths and misconceptions are identified and dispelled, and a collection of case studies illustrate key concepts and issues through relatable stories and insightful recommendations. Each book also includes a section on health literacy, equipping teens and young adults with practical tools and strategies for finding, evaluating, and using credible sources of health information both on and off the internet—important skills that contribute to a lifetime of healthy decision-making.
- Simple Q&A format makes the subject approachable and accessible to readers, allowing them to find specific information quickly and easily
- Offers readers practical information about how to prevent and treat a wide variety of sports injuries
- Guide to Health Literacy section helps readers improve their research and critical thinking skills
- Case studies provide real-world examples of concepts discussed in the book
- Common Myths section dispels popular misconceptions surrounding sports injuries and points readers toward accurate information
- Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
Sports Injuries: Your Questions Answered
Author(s): Johnson, James;Contributors: Johnson, James;Abstract:This book explores how to recognize, treat, and prevent sports injuries and offers guidance on which sports and training techniques are most likely to lead to injury.
Engaging in sports has numerous health benefits, but it's an unfortunate reality that it can also lead to injury. Some sports, such as football and cheerleading, are particularly notorious for causing harm to young athletes. Specializing in a particular sport or going too hard too fast can also lead to injury. But which injuries are most likely to occur, and how should they be treated in both the short- and long-term? When should an injured athelete consider surgery? When is it safe to get back in the game?
Books in Greenwood's Q&A Health Guides series follow a reader-friendly question-and-answer format that anticipates readers' needs and concerns. Prevalent myths and misconceptions are identified and dispelled, and a collection of case studies illustrate key concepts and issues through relatable stories and insightful recommendations. Each book also includes a section on health literacy, equipping teens and young adults with practical tools and strategies for finding, evaluating, and using credible sources of health information both on and off the internet—important skills that contribute to a lifetime of healthy decision-making.
- Simple Q&A format makes the subject approachable and accessible to readers, allowing them to find specific information quickly and easily
- Offers readers practical information about how to prevent and treat a wide variety of sports injuries
- Guide to Health Literacy section helps readers improve their research and critical thinking skills
- Case studies provide real-world examples of concepts discussed in the book
- Common Myths section dispels popular misconceptions surrounding sports injuries and points readers toward accurate information
SortTitle: sports injuries: your questions answeredAuthor Info:James H. JohnsonauthorJames Johnson, PhD, is professor emeritus of Smith College in Northampton, MA. He is the co-author of Applied Sports Medicine for Coaches, along with a number of peer-reviewed articles in scientific journals.
eISBN-13: 9781440875649Cover Image URL: ~~FreeAttachments/9781440875649.jpgPrint ISBN-13: 9781440875632Imprint: GreenwoodPages: 192Publication Date: 20211031Series: Q&A Health Guides- Cover Cover11
- Title Page iii4
- Copyright iv5
- Dedication v6
- Contents vii8
- Series Foreword xi12
- Acknowledgments xiii14
- Introduction xv16
- Guide to Health Literacy xvii18
- Common Misconceptions about Sport Injuries xxv26
- Questions and Answers 130
- The Basics 332
- 1. What are sport injuries 332
- 2. How common are sport injuries, and who gets them 534
- 3. What is the cost of sport injuries 635
- 4. Can sport injuries have lifelong effects 837
- 5. Are certain sports more or less likely to lead to injury 1140
- 6. Who is a weekend warrior? Why is being one a problem 1544
- 7. Does specializing in a sport increase the likelihood of injury 1746
- 8. What tissues of the body can be affected by a sport injury 1948
- 9. What are the basic stages of injury and healing, and how long do they last 2150
- 10. What is the difference between an acute injury and an overuse injury 2352
- Common Sport Injuries 2756
- 11. What is a muscle strain, and which muscles are most likely to be strained 2756
- 12. What is a sprain, and which ligaments are most commonly sprained 2958
- 13. What are tendonitis and tendinosis 3160
- 14. What is a fracture, and which bones are most likely to be fractured 3261
- 15. What are stress fractures, and who tends to get them 3362
- 16. What is a concussion, how do you get one, and what are the risks associated with an undiagnosed concussion 3564
- 17. What is the rotator cuff, and what happens when you injure it 3665
- 18. What other injuries can affect the shoulder 3867
- 19. What are the most common causes of pain in the elbow 4069
- 20. What are the most common problems with the back and trunk muscles 4372
- 21. What are the most common problems with the hip and thigh 4574
- 22. What are the most common injuries to the knee 4776
- 23. What are shin splints 5079
- 24. What are the most common injuries to the foot and ankle 5180
- 25. What is a heat illness 5584
- Treating Sports Injuries 5988
- 26. What is the typical therapy for different stages of healing for strains and sprains 5988
- 27. What is the typical treatment for an overuse injury 6291
- 28. What is the treatment for a concussion 6392
- 29. If you’re injured while playing a school sport, how can an athletic trainer help with your injury? What about a strength and conditioning coach 6695
- 30. When should you see a physical therapist 6796
- 31. How do you select a physical therapist or a surgeon 6998
- 32. What are the most common surgeries to address sport injuries 71100
- 33. What if I continue to injure myself and need more surgeries 73102
- 34. Why is rehabilitation so important 75104
- 35. When can I return to participation 77106
- Preventing Sport Injuries 81110
- 36. Can sport injuries be prevented 81110
- 37. How do I start a fitness program without hurting myself 86115
- 38. What is energy system training 90119
- 39. How do you train to prevent overuse injuries while also improving performance 94123
- 40. What is overtraining syndrome, and how can I prevent it 98127
- 41. What’s the best way to strength train, and how will this help prevent injury 101130
- 42. How flexible do I need to be? Should I do a lot of stretching before I play 105134
- 43. How can I minimize the chance of getting a concussion 108137
- 44. How do I reduce the frequency of shoulder and elbow injuries 109138
- 45. How should I train for a healthy back and core, and how will this help prevent injury 113142
- 46. How can I train to prevent hip and thigh injuries 115144
- 47. How do I stabilize my knee and reduce the frequency of knee injuries 118147
- 48. Are there specific ways to increase my ankle stability? What about ankle supports 121150
- 49. How can I prevent a heat illness 123152
- 50. How can I avoid common injuries while running, cycling, and skiing 127156
- Case Studies 131160
- Glossary 143172
- Directory of Resources 149178
- Index 153182
- About the Author 159188