Ebook: General Medical Conditions in the Athlete

A one-stop reference for the diagnosis and treatment of athletic injuries and illnesses, General Medical Conditions in the Athlete, 2nd Edition provides in-depth coverage of all the aspects of non-orthopedic pathology that can occur within athletes. Full-color photos enhance comprehension of the material, which is logically organized into 19 chapters. The beginning chapters cover fundamental areas such as the medical examination, equipment, diagnostic imaging and testing, and pharmacology. Later chapters, organized by body systems, cover the actual medical conditions and include.;Cover image; Title page; Disclaimer; Table of Contents; Copyright; Dedication; Contributors; Preface; Acknowledgments; About the Authors; Chapter 1: Introduction to Medical Conditions; Introduction; The Role of the Athletic Trainer in General Medical Concerns; Chapter 2: The Medical Examination; Introduction; Examination of the Patient with a Medical Condition; Physical Examination; Chapter 3: Diagnostic Imaging and Testing; Introduction; Diagnostic Imaging; Diagnostic Testing; Laboratory Tests; Chapter 4: Basic Principles Of Pharmacology; Introduction; Regulation of Pharmaceuticals.