Martial Arts Injury Care by Trish Bare Grounds
Written in easy to understand language, the guide addresses important self-care issues for the martial arts athlete including: Stretching: 30 essential exercises for building flexibility, preventing common injuries and rehabilitation Conditioning: Get the facts on plyometrics, weight training and running Nutrition: Learn to safely cut weight, prevent dehydration, and eat like a champion Professional Athletic Taping Techniques: Ankle, Toes, Arch/Instep, Shin, Wrist, Hand, Fingers, Thumb Self-care: Ice vs. heat, identifying serious injuries, caring for minor injuries, training precaution when injured Tips on coping with: Blisters, Ankle Injuries, Back Pain, Knee Injuries, Shin Splints, Dehydration, Concussions, Bruises and Swelling, Chronic Injuries, Asthma Instructors and Coaches: Guidance on developing an Emergency Medical Plan, safety in training and competition, training your staff and building a qualified sports medicine team
Published by Turtle Press in 2005.
A martial arts instruction book in good secondhand condition – please see photos for condition details.
