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Written and edited by internationally known experts in primary care sports medicine, this book is the most comprehensive sports medicine reference geared to primary care practitioners. It is the ideal text for physicians studying for the Certificate of Added Qualifications in Sports Medicine that is now offered in many disciplines including family practice, internal medicine, emergency medicine, pediatrics, physical medicine and rehabilitation, and osteopathic medicine. This revised and updated Second Edition is published in association with the American College of Sports Medicine, and includes more practical information. The new, more user-friendly format features numerous illustrations, charts, and tables, including full-color illustrations.
The field of sports medicine is evolving, accelerated by emerging technologies and changing health care policies. To stay up to speed and ace the Boards, you need a resource that moves at your pace. Sanctioned by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), this handy review addresses all areas of the sports medicine subspecialty board examination--with coverage that spans the full spectrum of sports medicine, from medical to skeletal conditions related to the athlete. The editors and authors include orthopedic surgeons, family physicians, pediatricians, internal medicine specialists, physiatrists, certified athletic trainers, physical therapists, psychologists, nutritionists, exercise ph...
ACSM's Resource Manual for Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription was created as a complement to ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription and elaborates on all major aspects of preventative rehabilitation and fitness programs and the major position stands of the ACSM. The 7th edition provides information necessary to address the knowledge, skills, and abilities set forth in the new edition of Guidelines, and explains the science behind the exercise testing and prescription. ACSM's Resource Manual is a comprehensive resource for those working in the fitness and clinical exercise fields, as well as those in academic training.
ACSM’s Certification Review is the ultimate resource to help you pass the exam to become a Certified Personal Trainer (CPT), Certified Health Fitness Specialist (HFS), or Certified Clinical Exercise Specialist (CES). Highlights include: · Case studies that reinforce concepts, organized by KSA domains · Practice Exams that contain questions for each certification level · Job Task Analysis tables that provide breakdowns of all the KSAs by certification level and domain
From the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), this text provides the information necessary to develop skills for assessing an individual's health-related physical fitness. It provides a practical "how-to-do-it" approach for performing assessment skills effectively, and an understanding of the theory behind and the importance of each skill or assessment. The Third Edition includes updated references to ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription, Eighth Edition, more diagrams and pictures highlighting assessment techniques, and new material on physical activity assessments, considerations for medication usage, and common measurement errors. A companion Website includes an Image Collection, a Test Generator, and PowerPoint Slides.
Designed by the ACSM to be a resource for team physicians, this handbook gives an overview of the range of problems that occur before, during, and after competition. It covers recognition of problems, assessment techniques, treatment, referral, principles of rehabilitation, and return to play.
THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE PREPARATION YOU CAN FIND FOR THE SPORTS MEDICINE BOARDS OR RECERTIFICATION EXAM A handy clinical reference after you've passed the boards, this resource reviews all topics addressed by certification examinations and training programs. Prepared by leaders in the field, Sports Medicine Examination and Board Review offers: 1000 case-based, board-type questions, answers, and explanations Multiple-choice question format just like the exam Comprehensive coverage of ALL topics on the boards and recertifying exams Orthopedics problems and treatments from head to toe Rehabilitation principles and techniques Coverage of issues in all major sports from baseball to wrestling Specialty medicine keyed to sports participation Review of special athletes, from the disabled to children Timely Q&A's on team physician responsibilities and athlete assessment 50 illustrations Great for anyone taking the ACSM exam
Developed through the expertise of the American College of Sports Medicine, this book aims to establish comprehensive standards and guidelines for the quality operation of health/fitness facilities.
CSM's Clinical Certification Review will cover basic information in an outline format for candidates studying for the Clinical Certification exams. Each chapter includes sample questions that are representative of the questions students will find on the certification exam. A complete exam of all the materials (mock exam) is located at the end of the book