Sports Medicine in the Pediatric Office A Multimedia Case-Based Text with Video

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Author: Jordan Metzl, MD, FAAP
Affiliation: Sports Medicine Institute for Young Athletes, Hospital for Special Surgery
Publisher: American Academy of Pediatrics
Publication Date: 2018
ISBN 10: 1610021223
ISBN 13: 9781610021227
eISBN: 9781610021234
Edition: 2nd
Description:
This bestselling pediatric sports medicine resource provides step- by-step demonstrations of the examination and evaluation techniques for common sports injuries. Includes multi-media case-based text with video and covers physical examination keys; when to order x- rays, CT scans, MRIs; treatment plan and development; and case- based cover of common injuries including ankle and foot; knee and lower leg; shoulder, wrist and elbow; hip and spine; and concussion preventive strategies. All chapters are fully reviewed and updated. New chapter on Trends in Prevention of Sports Injury in the Young Athlete. 5 new sport-specific chapters on soccer, baseball, collision sports, gymnastics, and running. Chapters that provide an overview of the sports, and suggestions on how pediatric health professionals can ensure the safest experience in the sport.
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