Unlock the Secrets of Sports and Exercise Medicine with ABC of Sports and Exercise Medicine

The ABC of Sports and Exercise Medicine is a comprehensive guide for general practitioners, providing an in-depth overview of the field of sports medicine. Edited by renowned experts Gregory Whyte, Mike Loosemore, and Clyde Williams, this thoroughly revised and updated new edition reflects the latest developments and best practices in sports medicine.

New Developments and Current Practice

This latest edition includes new chapters on:

• Medical care at sporting events: Learn how to provide top-notch medical care to athletes during high-stakes competitions.
• Environmental factors of sports and exercise: Discover how environmental factors can impact athletic performance and overall health.
• Benefits of exercise in health and disease: Explore the numerous benefits of regular exercise for individuals with various health conditions.
• Nutrition and ergogenic supplements: Get expert insights on the role of nutrition and supplements in optimizing athletic performance.
• The use of drugs in sport: Understand the risks and consequences of drug use in sports and how to prevent doping.

Exercise and Special Populations

This edition also covers the benefits of exercise among special populations, including:

• The disabled: Learn how exercise can improve mobility and overall health for individuals with disabilities.
• The obese: Discover how regular exercise can help with weight management and reduce health risks.
• Pregnant women: Understand the importance of exercise during pregnancy and how to create a safe and effective exercise plan.
• Children and the elderly: Explore the benefits of exercise for these age groups and how to develop age-appropriate exercise programs.

With case studies of common sports and exercise medicine conditions, the ABC of Sports and Exercise Medicine is an essential practical guide for general practitioners, family physicians, junior doctors, medical students, physiotherapists, and all health professionals dealing with the treatment and prevention of sports-related injuries.

Book details:

• Series: ABC Series
• Pages: 144
• Publisher: BMJ Books
• Edition: 4
• Publication date: October 19, 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1118777522
• ISBN-13: 978-1118777527