Springer Nerve and Vascular Injuries in Sports Medicine

This book takes a comprehensive approach to diagnosing and treating nerve and vascular injuries in athletes. Readers will learn how to identify symptoms and accurately diagnose injuries to the spine and extremities. Chapters cover anatomy and pathophysiology, mechanisms of injury, classification systems, and physical exam and diagnostics. Algorithms aid with differential diagnosis, and cases facilitate the ready integration of concepts into clinical practice. Evidence-based support for treatment recommendations is provided where appropriate. This book is an ideal resource for sports medicine physicians, athletic trainers and physical therapists.