Hands on Sports Therapy covers the whole range of subjects required for college courses in Sports Therapy. It is an introduction to the field of sports therapy covering the basic theory of fitness and exercise. The book is aimed at both students and experienced therapists looking to upgrade their skills, and will be clear, informative and very practical.
SECTION 1: THE THEORY BEHIND THE PRACTICE
Sports therapy in context
Anatomy and physiology for sports therapy
Preparation for therapeutic practice
Physical and biomechanical assessment techniques
Sports injury overview
Nutrition
SECTION 2: THE PRACTICE
Sports and remedial massage techniques
Passive stretch and friction techniques
Neuro-muscular, positional release and muscle Energy techniques
Electro-therapy, cryotherapy and thermal therapy
Taping and strapping techniques
Remedial exercise techniques
Fitness testing techniques
Glossary of terms
Appendices
Index
