Soccer injury prevention and treatment a guide to optimal performance for players, parents and coaches

Soccer has a higher injury rate than any other contact sport. Student athletes, weekend warriors, and professional players alike all need guidance to prevent the injuries that can put you out of the game. Soccer Injury Prevention and Treatment is your comprehensive, illustrated guide to the best tra...

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Main Author: Gallucci, John, Jr (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: New York Demos Medical 2014
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Summary:Soccer has a higher injury rate than any other contact sport. Student athletes, weekend warriors, and professional players alike all need guidance to prevent the injuries that can put you out of the game. Soccer Injury Prevention and Treatment is your comprehensive, illustrated guide to the best training, strengthening, stretching, nutrition, and hydration regimes to keep you safe and on the field. John Gallucci, physical therapist and medical coordinator for Major League Soccer, helps you understand common injuries so you can play smarter and heal better when injuries do occur. Included are treatments for specific injuries like shin splints, ACL tears, and concussions, as well as guidelines specifically for young players.
Item Description:Includes index.
Physical Description:xxii , 201 pages illustrations 23cm
ISBN:9781936303656
1936303655