Perspectives in Athletic Training

Unit I Introduction to the Profession 1. Welcome to the Field 2. Evolution of the Profession 3. Organization and Administration Unit II The Body's Reaction to Injury 4. Clinical Evaluation and Diagnosis 5. Introduction to the Systems 6. Environmental Conditions 7. Emergency Management 8. Therapeutic Techniques Unit III The Amazing Lower Body 9. Anatomy of the Lower Body 10. Diagnosis and Management of Lower Leg, Ankle, Foot, and Toe Injuries 11. Diagnosis and Management of Knee and Thigh Injuries 12. Diagnosis and Management of Hip and Pelvis Injuries Unit IV The Remarkable Head and Trunk 13. Anatomy of the Skull, Spine, Thorax, and Abdomen 14. Diagnosis and Management of Sports-Related Concussion 15. Diagnosis and Management of Spine Injuries 16. Anatomy of the Senses 17. Diagnosis and Management of Injuries to the Senses Unit V The Complex Upper Body 18. Anatomy of the Upper Body 19. Diagnosis and Management of Neck and Shoulder Injuries 20. Diagnosis and Management of Elbow, Wrist, Hand, and Finger Injuries Unit VI Balancing It Out 21. Nutritional Concerns of the Athlete 22. Psychosocial Concerns of the Athlete 23. Pharmacology 24. Prevention and Protection: Taping and Bracing Appendixes Glossary Index