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Introducing the new standard for athletic training texts
Core Concepts in Athletic Training and Therapy is based on the most recent athletic training education competencies from the NATA and provides a balanced introduction to the knowledge, skills, and clinical abilities required of entry-level athletic trainers. Readers will find current information covering the breadth of athletic training theory and application, including evidence-based practice, prevention and health promotion, clinical examination and diagnosis, acute and emergency care, therapeutic interventions, and health care administration. It also presents advanced topics of pathophysiology and psychological response to sport injury to better prepare students for continued study. 


Core Concepts in Athletic Training and Therapy with Web Resource
by Susan Kay Hillman, ATC, PT
ISBN: 978-0-7360-8285-3
Price: $94.00
Publication Date: February 2012


Hall-of-fame athletic trainer teaches athletic taping and bracing
The premier text for athletic taping and bracing is now revised in a stunning third edition. Athletic Taping and Bracing, Third Edition, retains its emphasis on the techniques most commonly used by athletic trainers and therapists while integrating the science of anatomy and injury mechanisms with the practice of athletic taping and bracing. With more than 480 full-color illustrations and photos, author David Perrin provides step-by-step instructions for the 46 most frequently applied procedures in clinical practice, including 10 techniques for rigid strap taping and elastic kinesiology taping. The book also presents basic stretching and strengthening exercises to help rehabilitated athletes maintain strength and flexibility. 


Athletic Taping and Bracing, Third Edition
by David H. Perrin, PhD, ATC, FNATA
ISBN: 978-1-4504-1352-7
Price: $54.00
Publication Date: February 2012


A dynamic and detailed guide to strap taping techniques
Strap Taping for Sports and Rehabilitation presents taping techniques for use on all body areas in both physical therapy and modified athletic training. This easy-to-use reference contains 50 strap taping techniques with Leukotape that help support or control joint mobility and provide greater stability than other methods of taping. Each technique is shown step by step through the use of full-color photographs. An accompanying DVD provides detailed demonstrations of all tape applications. By referring to more than 200 photos and illustrations with video sequences, readers will experience a dynamic and detailed presentation for learning strap taping techniques. 


Strap Taping for Sports and Rehabilitation
by Anne Keil, PT, DPT
ISBN: 978-0-7360-9527-3
Price: $49.00
Publication Date: December 2011


Assist patients with cancer recovery through targeted exercise prescription
More clinicians and oncologists are recommending exercise as a strategy for reducing the side effects of treatment, speeding recovery, and improving overall quality of life for cancer patients and survivors. In turn, cancer survivors are seeking health and fitness professionals with knowledge and experience to help them learn how to exercise safely within their capabilities. As the preparation resource for the ACSM/ACS Certified Cancer Exercise Trainer (CET) certification, ACSM’s Guide to Exercise and Cancer Survivorship will allow health and fitness professionals to provide safe exercise programs to help cancer survivors improve their health, take proactive steps toward preventing recurrences, and enhance their quality of life. 


ACSM's Guide to Exercise and Cancer Survivorship
by American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
ISBN: 978-0-7360-9564-8
Price: $59.00
Publication Date: March 2012

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