Essentials of Athletic Injury Management: 2026 Release ISE

Essentials of Athletic Injury Management provides the information students need to manage the care of athletic injuries, from prevention and identification and assessment of injuries, to interaction with players, parents, and physicians. Designed for those beginning careers in coaching, physical education, and the fitness profession, this text prepares learners to manage injury and emergency situations when an athletic trainer or physician is not available. Each chapter focuses on promoting an understanding of the prevention and care of particular types of athletic injuries, progressing from general to specific concepts. Action plans, checklists, and applications of universal precautions in athletic environments are included to provide the practical tools needed to get started in the field. Essentials of Athletic Injury Management provides the reader with the most current information on the subject of prevention and basic care of sports injuries.