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Lyle J. Micheli MD, Laura Purcell MSc, MD, FRCPC, FAAP, Dip Sport Med (eds.)

The Adolescent Athlete: A Practical Approach offers keen insight into providing musculoskeletal care for growing athletes. Chapters are logically organized by anatomical region and are written by experts in the field who focus on improved clinical decision making. Intended for sports medicine physicians, primary care physicians, orthopedists, and athletic trainers, the text addresses both chronic and acute injuries in addition to congenital conditions. Fundamentals, including basic anatomy, physical examination, and patient history are covered in detail. Emphasis is placed on the recognition of injury patterns unique to adolescent athletes, and invaluable tables are incorporated to assist with diagnosis. Prevention, patient management, and referral are outlined. The user-friendly book also highlights return to play guidelines and includes summary pearls. To further facilitate comprehensive patient care, musculoskeletal diagnostic imaging and principles of rehabilitation are covered as well. Anatomical drawings, photos of examination maneuvers, and diagnostic images, such as x-rays and MRI scans, complete the text by illustrating key concepts. With its presentation of sought-after information and accessible format, this book is a welcome resource for those who want to improve the musculoskeletal health of active children and adolescents.

Table of contents :
Front Matter....Pages i-xi
Introduction....Pages 1-9
Front Matter....Pages 11-11
Principles of Rehabilitation....Pages 13-40
Diagnostic Imaging....Pages 41-58
Front Matter....Pages 59-59
Traumatic Head Injuries....Pages 61-79
Cervical and Thoracic Spine Injuries....Pages 80-108
Lumbar Spine Injuries....Pages 109-140
Thoracoabdominal Injuries....Pages 141-164
Adolescent Shoulder Injuries....Pages 165-193
Elbow and Forearm Injuries....Pages 194-222
Injuries to the Wrist, Hand, and Fingers....Pages 223-263
Pelvic, Hip, and Thigh Injuries....Pages 264-288
Knee Injuries....Pages 289-323
Lower Leg Injuries....Pages 324-347
Foot and Ankle Injuries....Pages 348-395
Back Matter....Pages 397-441