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SPORT AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY IN THE HEAT

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SPORT AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY IN THE HEAT
Author: DOUGLAS J. CASA
ISBN: 9783319702162
Publisher: SPRINGER PUBLISHING COMPANY
Category: MEDICAL BOOKS | MEDICINE|SPORTS MEDICINE AND TREATMENT
Series:
Level: None
BookCover: Hard Cover
Number Of Pages: 400
Volume Number 0
Number Of Volumes 0
Edition No: 1

A unique book describing all aspects and management of heat-related conditions for the athlete and active individual Discusses physiology, key concepts, participant populations, monitoring, and medical and legal issues An excellent resource for the sports medicine specialist and primary care physician This unique book is the first of its kind to specifically explore the science, medicine, challenges and successful experiences of assisting those who must perform and thrive in hot conditions, to maximize both performance and safety. Beginning with both human and comparative physiology as it relates to coping with the heat, key concepts are subsequently elaborated, including heat acclimatization, work-to-rest ratios, hydration, sleep, the effects of altitude, and the use of drugs and supplements. The sections that follow discuss heat-related considerations in individual and team sports and other populations, monitoring techniques, and medical and legal issues.

SPORT AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY IN THE HEAT
 62,695.92
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