Concussions in Athletics From Brain to Behavior
Title:
Concussions in Athletics From Brain to Behavior
ISBN:
9781493902958
Edition:
1st ed. 2014.
Publication Information New:
New York, NY : Springer New York : Imprint: Springer, 2014.
Physical Description:
XV, 419 p. 71 illus., 47 illus. in color. online resource.
Abstract:
Concussions in Athletics: From Brain to Behavior is a timely and major contribution to the literature that comprehensively addresses the neuromechanisms, predispositions, and latest developments in the evaluation and management of concussive injuries. Also known as mild traumatic brain injury, concussion in athletics is a growing public health concern with increased attention focusing on treatment and management of this puzzling epidemic. Despite the increasing occurrence and prevalence of concussions in athletics, there is no universally accepted definition, or "gold standard," for its assessment. Concussion in Athletics: From Brain to Behavior provides a range of major findings that may shed important light on current controversy within the field. The book is organized in five parts: Evaluation of Concussion and Current Development; Biomechanical Mechanisms of Concussion and Helmets; Neural Substrates, Biomarkers and Brain Imaging of Concussion Research; Pediatric Sport-related Concussions; and Clinical Management and Rehabilitation of Concussions. An invaluable contribution to the literature, Concussions in Athletics: From Brain to Behavior is a state-of-the-art reference that will be of significant interest to a wide range of clinicians, researchers, administrators, and policy makers.
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Electronic Access:
Full Text Available From Springer Nature Medicine 2014 Packages
Language:
English