Decision Making and Outcomes in Sports Rehabilitation

by John V. Basmajian, Dinesh Kumbhare, John V. Basmajian MD OC OOnt FRCPC, et al.

As more therapies and technologies have developed in the area of sports medicine, the need has grown for scientific evidence and critical appraisal of the effectiveness of specific treatment methods. This informative text fills this gap by offering discussions on evidence-based sports rehabilitation through a comprehensive and contemporary examination of the subject.

It is divided into the following sections: Basic Considerationswhich includes cardiovascular considerations, nutritional strategies, dehydration, inflammation, and psychological, sociological and physiological factors in sportTherapeutics which covers physiotherapy, chiropractic and alternative treatment approachesSpecial Considerations which covers pregnancy, the mature athlete and the paediatric athleteNeuromuscular Considerations which includes epilepsy, concussion, neuropsychology and neuromuscular conditions
Regional Considerations which covers the shoulder, hand and wrist, lower back, hip and knee, and the ankleFocus on evidence-based practice gives practitioners a firm basis for decision makingComprehensively examines clinical decision making in all facets of sports medicineCovers special topics such as Neurological Issues, Arthritis, Pregnancy and Paediatrics, which are not typically addressed by sports medicine textsChapter on the aging athlete reflects the current trend toward athletic activity throughout the lifespanApplies many of the authors principles on decision making in rehabilitation to sports medicine

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0443065462
• ISBN13: 9780443065460
• Release Date: May 2000
• Publisher: Churchill Livingstone
• Length: 400 Pages
• Weight: 2.07 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 7.3" x 10.3"