Sports and Exercise Injuries
A Complete Guide to Treatments and Preventions
Book
Paperback/Softback
978-1-84529-097-9 (ISBN)
Description
In this comprehensive guide, expert author Dr Douglas Graham explains the principles of preventing injuries, practical first aid advice for when injuries occur and how to learn from your injuries so that you minimise future problems. In this book you will discover: Detailed advice on warming up and cooling down How to avoid the risks of overtraining The importance of rest and good nutrition Advice on the right protective equipment for your sport or form of exercise The principles of first aid How to manage a range of injuries including broken bones, bruises, sprains and torn ligaments How to gauge the severity of your injury The principles of effective rehabilitation Comprehensive and easy-to-use Prevention and Care of Sports and Exercise Injuries will become an indispensable part of any regular exerciser's kit.
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Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Little, Brown Book Group
Dimensions
Height: 198 mm
Width: 129 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-84529-097-9 (9781845290979)
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Persons
Dr Douglas Graham is an advisor to world class athletes and trainers from around the globe. He has trained professional and Olympic athletes from many sports including tennis legend, Martina Navratilova. He is the author of a number of books including The High Energy Diet, Perpetual Health and Nutrition and Athletic Performance.