Gymnastics

by Caine, Dennis John Lim, Liesbeth Russell, Keith

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Title Statements

Full title :Gymnastics / edited by Dennis J. Caine, Keith Russell, Liesbeth Lim.

Summary

"This new volume in the Handbook of Sports Medicine and Science series, published in conjunction with the Medical Commission of the International Olympic Committee, offers comprehensive and practical guidance on the training and medical care of competitive gymnasts. Written and edited by leading trainers, team doctors, coaches and other professionals with unparalleled experience in elite gymnastics, this book covers all the key aspects of caring for gymnasts, minimizing the unique risks these athletes face, and treating injuries when they happen. Individual chapters cover key topics such as energy needs and body weight management; biomechanics; psychology; the epidemiology of gymnastic injuries; treatment and rehabilitation of common injuries; injury prevention; and more. Endorsed by the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG), no other book offers such an in-depth look at the unique considerations and challenges that affect the growth, performance, training, and medical care of athletes in this demanding sport"--Publisher's description.

Edition Statements

Publication Date:2013.
Edition:First edition

Publication Statements

Publisher(s):Wiley-Blackwell, a John Wiley & Sons, Ltd., Publication
Place of Publication:Chichester, West Sussex
Language:eng
Publication Date:2013.

The Physical Object

Description:Online Ressource (xi, 186 Seiten) : : Illustrationen.

Edition Identifiers

ISBN:9781118357569, 1118357566, 111835754X, 9781118357545
oclc:on1039153172
LC Classification:RC1211
Dewey Decimal:617.1

Subjects

Athletic Injuries Gymnastes -- Santé et hygiène Gymnastics Gymnastics injuries Gymnastique Gymnastique -- Accidents et blessures Gymnasts -- Health and hygiene Médecine du sport Sports -- Accidents et blessures Sports accidents Sports injuries Sports Medicine