Anybody's Sports Medicine Book: The Complete Guide to Quick Recovery from Injuries by James G. Garrick, Peter Radetsky

Synopsis

Now what to do with a sprained ankle_ Do you ice it, wrap it, or elevate it? Would a nice, warm bath ease the pain and swelling? Written by one of the world's leading sports medicine doctors and a well-known science writer, Anybody's Sports Medicine Book explains why crushed ice is better than cubed, and why you should never soak a sprained ankle in warm water. With each chapter dedicated to a different part of the body, this practical, at-home guide gives prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation tips for the most common sports-related injuries, from tendinitis to tennis elbow.

• Includes a cross-referenced index listing injuries by sport
• Based on Dr. Garrick's experience as medical advisor to the National Football League, the U.S. Figure Skating Team, and the San Francisco Ballet

Library Journal

From weekend warrior to pro athlete, everyone has had some sort of sports injury. Sprained ankles and tennis elbows not only get in the way of your game but can also create long-term problems if improperly treated. Garrick and Radetsky, co-authors of columns on sports medicine for the San Francisco Chronicle and Skiing magazine, start at the bottom, with feet and ankles, and work their way up the body, describing injuries (both common and rare) that can occur and how to treat them. Sidebars touch on age and gender factors, and they offer sound advice on prevention as well. A special section tells you how to select a sports medicine physician, and a chapter on ballet covers the special problems of the youngsters who take up this demanding activity. Excellent for both public and patient libraries, this book is highly recommended. I ve made some changes to my first-aid kit already! Susan B. Hagloch, Tuscarawas Cty. P.L., New Philadelphia, OH Copyright 2000 Cahners Business Information.