Neurologic athletic head and spine injuries Book

This book addresses prevention, correct on-the-field evaluation, accurate diagnosis, prompt proper treatment, return-to-play decision-making, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries to the head, neck and spine. This in-depth resource covers the most frequent neurologic head and spine injuries such as the subdural hematoma. It also discusses malignant brain edema syndrome of children, second impact syndrome of adolescents and adults, and quadriplegia. Less life threatening disorders such as concussions, traumatic convulsions, epilepsy, and headache are also discussed. Ten chapters discuss specific sports, common injuries and related concers and legal considerations. Anyone who deals with athletes and injury can benefit from this book.Comprehensive coverageIncludes in-depth coverage of injuries in chidrenIncludes the epidemiology of head and spine injuries - allows the practitioner to understand which sports are the greatest riskClear guidelines for accurate diagnosisAlso included - medico-legal aspects