Concussions happen at every level of sport, from youth leagues to the professional arena. They are potentially catastrophic if not detected early and have ended the careers of many notable players. However, concussions are often poorly understood. The Heads-Up on Sport Concussion by Gary S. Solomon (Ph.D.), Karen M. Johnston (Ph.D.) and Mark R. Lovell (Ph.D.) is a concise introductory book on sport concussion for those who work with athletes.
The Heads-Up on Sport Concussion uses plain language to guide healthcare professionals, athletes, parents, and coaches regarding assessment and treatment of these sports injuries. This book reviews current literature on sport concussion, explains what happens when the brain is injured, describes both medical and nonmedical treatment and rehabilitation strategies, and establishes criteria for return to play. Professionals in sports medicine, neurology, neurosurgery, and neuropsychology offer strategies for recognizing and treating sport concussion.
The material is enhanced further with black-and-white photos and illustrations. Many chapters include a Research Digest section, which identifies critical research data used by the authors to develop recommendations and conclusions. Additionally, an educational poster is available for download via the Internet. It is intended for use by sports medicine professionals and coaches to educate athletes and their families about the signs, symptoms and treatment of concussion.
The Heads-Up on Sport Concussion is a valuable research resource that provides critique without bogging down in it. Its tone is focused and authoritative while providing current information to a range of readers. However, there is no subject index, which may make this book frustrating to navigate.
Overall, a must-read for anyone involved in the care and training of athletes.
Publisher: Human Kinetics Publishers
Publish date: November 11, 2005
139 pages
ISBN-10: 0736060081
ISBN-13: 978-0736060080
