Nicholas Theodore & Russell Lonser 
The Brain, Spine and Nerves in Sports [EPUB ebook] 

<p><strong>The definitive text on the diagnosis and treatment of sports-related neurological injuries</strong></p> <p>Although musculoskeletal injuries are by far the most common injuries seen in sports, neurological injuries are often the most serious and potentially devastating. The Brain, Spine and Nerves in Sports is a comprehensive textbook edited by neurosurgeons Nicholas Theodore and Russell R. Lonser, internationally renowned experts in sports-related brain and spine trauma. The book covers intricacies associated with the diagnosis and treatment of sports-related neurological injuries, with firsthand, collaborative insights from a who&rsquo;s who of multidisciplinary neurological experts in sports injury medicine.</p> <p>The book is organized into three sections and 40 thoughtfully curated chapters covering diagnosis, surgical and nonsurgical approaches, and management of traumatic brain injuries, concussions, spinal cord injuries, and peripheral nerve injuries. The final chapter focuses on leveraging concussion data to improve the safety of American football. Each chapter blends theoretical knowledge, evidence-based practices, case studies, and practical insights derived from the authors&rsquo; extensive clinical experience.</p> <p><strong>Key Features</strong></p> <ul> <li>Contributions and pearls from leading authorities in the fields of neurosurgery, spine surgery, sports medicine, and rehabilitation</li> <li>The latest advancements, techniques, and best practices for managing neurological conditions in athletes, presented in a succinct, easy-to-digest format, with short videos</li> <li>Detailed, critical overviews of sports-related neurological injuries in American football, soccer, cycling, baseball, skiing, combat sports, ice hockey, rugby, and more</li> <li>A wealth of tables and assessment tools to enhance management of challenging, often time-sensitive situations, including complex return-to-play issues</li> </ul> <p>This definitive textbook will help neurosurgeons, orthopedic surgeons, neurologists, trainers, sports medicine physicians, and pain management physicians optimize patient outcomes, enhance performance, and promote the overall well-being of athletes at all levels of competition.</p> <p>This print book includes complimentary access to a digital copy on&nbsp;<a href=’h’>https://medone.com</a>.</p> <p>Publisher’s Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.</p>

Table of Content

<p><strong>Part I: Brain</strong><br>1 Sports-Related Head Injury<br>2 Imaging of Sports-Related Neurological Injuries<br>3 Management of Sports-Related Head Injury in the Athlete<br>4 Post-concussion Syndrome Management<br>5 Congenital Cranial Anomalies and Implications for Athletics<br>6 Considerations for the Child with Sports-Related Head Injury<br>7 Concussion: Long-term Sequelae<br><strong>Part II: Spine</strong><br>8 Sports-Related Spine Injuries<br>9 Biomechanics of the Head and Spine in Sports<br>10 Nonsurgical Treatment of Spinal Injuries<br>11 Emergent Management of the Athlete with Spinal Cord Injury<br>12 Physical Examination of the Athletic Spine<br>13 Rehabilitation of Athletic Spinal Injuries<br>14 Spinal Manipulation<br>15 Surgery: Anterior Cervical Diskectomy and Fusion<br>16 Surgery: Cervical Arthroplasty<br>17 Surgery: Posterior Cervical Foraminotomy<br>18 Surgery: Posterior Lumbar Decompression and Fusion<br>19 Surgery: Direct Pars Repair for Spondylolysis<br>20 Return to Play after Spinal Injury<br>21 Congenital Spinal Anomalies and Implications for Athletics<br><strong>Part III: Peripheral Nerves</strong><br>22 Anatomy and Physical Examination of the Peripheral Nerves<br>23 Common Peripheral Nerve Problems in Athletes: Diagnosis and Management<br><strong>Part IV: Sports</strong><br>24 American Football<br>25 Soccer<br>26 Golf<br>27 Cycling<br>28 Rowing<br>29 Professional Motorsport Racing<br>30 Gymnastics<br>31 Equestrian<br>32 Baseball<br>33 Skiing<br>34 Combat Sports<br>35 Ice Hockey<br>36 Weightlifting<br>37 Rugby<br>38 Aquatic Sports<br>39 The Future of Traumatic Brain Injury<br>40 Concussions in the National Football League: Using Data to Improve Game Safety</p>