Introduction to Athletic Training

Part of the "Human Kinetics Athletic Training" series, this work is an introductory text to the field of athletic training of physiotherapy. The text provides the theoretical basis for most of what a physiotherapy professional does as part of a team approach to the care of sports injuries and illnesses. The book considers the following topical areas: physiotherapy as a profession, risks inherent in sports participation, evaluation of the athlete, reducing the risks while participating in physical activities, health issues in preventing and managing injuries, environmental concerns, protective devices and emergency care of the athlete.