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Surface palpation is a valuable method for clinicians in detecting and treating a variety of injuries and medical conditions. A Clinical Guide to Surface Palpation, Second Edition With HKPropel Online Video, is a comprehensive guide that will help both students and health care professionals become proficient in these techniques so they can successfully assess and treat their patients. Using a simple step-by-step approach, A Clinical Guide to Surface Palpation, Second Edition, provides concise explanations of palpation techniques, organized by regions of the body. A brief overview of skeletal and muscle anatomy is offered for each region—including coverage of bony tissue, soft tissue, and neurovascular structures--to facilitate a better understanding of the relationship between structures and how they function together, leading to improved clinical examination skills. Tips for palpating bony landmarks are also discussed. Formerly titled A Clinical Guide to Musculoskeletal Palpation, this second edition has been expanded to include information on visceral palpation. One of very few textbooks that teaches readers how to examine the abdomen and pelvis, it recognizes the profound effect these structures can have on the function of the neuromuscular system. The visual aspect of the second edition has also been significantly upgraded. Anatomical overlays have been added to the numerous photos depicting proper technique to provide a clear view of the exact structures lying beneath the surface. More than 50 related online video clips, delivered through HKPropel, have also been added to showcase real demonstrations of common clinical palpation techniques. The skills are demonstrated in a step-by-step format to help readers understand the nuances of difficult techniques. This text also includes several learning aids to enhance anatomical knowledge and clinical skills. Clinical Pearls and notes throughout the text offer clinically relevant guidance alongside information on body structure identification and assessment. Each chapter concludes with a case study presenting a common clinical condition as well as review questions that prompt readers to apply their new understanding and proficiency. A Clinical Guide to Surface Palpation, Second Edition, the most thorough resource of its kind, promotes a solid anatomical foundation to maximize the development and use of palpation abilities. For all manual therapy professionals, educators, and learners, it is an essential tool. Note: All new print books come with a ticket to access the online videos.

When someone has an acute injury, athletic trainers are frequently the first to arrive on the scene. Therefore, it is crucial for prospective athletic trainers to understand how to diagnose illnesses and injuries and start treatment as soon as possible. In order to offer appropriate patient care between the field and the emergency room, students can learn how to identify and handle emergency situations with the Acute and Emergency Care in Athletic Training With Web Study Guide. In order to provide up-to-date evidence-based clinical best practices, authors Michelle Cleary and Katie Walsh Flanagan employ an interdisciplinary approach, consulting a variety of professional health care organizations' position statements, literature, and guidelines. One of the first textbooks to match the competencies listed in the CAATE 2020 requirements, the book's thorough content complies with and integrates recommendations from the Board of Certification (BOC) and the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). The following educational resources are included in Acute and Emergency Care in Athletic Training to help students get ready to properly administer the right care before transporting an injured or ill athlete to the hospital: The web study guide's case studies include real-world examples that will help you develop your critical thinking and decision-making abilities. The sidebars for Clinical Skills walk students through the steps of doing certain tasks like wound care, airway maintenance, and splinting. Areas that require extreme vigilance are indicated by Red Flag sidebars. Students are guided by decision trees and decision-making algorithms in choosing the best course of action based on a patient's symptoms and indicators. Important concepts are specified in the glossary section and bolded in the text. The material, which is presented in full color and has over 280 pictures and drawings, is organized into two sections and presents acute and emergency care in a methodical manner. Important details on risk management and prevention techniques, such as creating an emergency action plan, performing an emergency examination, and giving emergency medication, are included in Part I. The fundamentals of emergency evaluations are then covered in Part II, which explains how to assess, treat, and manage common acute illnesses and injuries in order to lessen the severity of these potentially fatal disorders. A comprehensive set of ancillaries, such as a test package, an instructor guide with sample responses to the case study questions, a presentation package, and an image library, are available to help teachers use Acute and Emergency Care in Athletic Training in the classroom. Time is of the essence when an athlete sustains an injury while playing. In order to train and prepare first responders to identify urgent circumstances and treat patients who are acutely injured or ill, Acute and Emergency Care in Athletic Training is a priceless resource.

With conference realignments, name, image, and likeness (NIL) advancements, multibillion-dollar media rights deals, expanded bowl games and tournaments, and big-money corporate sponsorships, the dynamic world of collegiate sports has seen significant changes since the publication of the previous edition of Administration of Intercollegiate Athletics. The increasing complexity of the sport administrator's role calls for a college text that keeps up with the times, and Administration of Intercollegiate Athletics, Second Edition does just that. Some of the most informed and experienced professionals in the field of athletics administration have lent their expertise to the updated second edition, making it the most comprehensive resource available today for students aspiring to work in the field and for professionals navigating an increasingly demanding environment. The book gives students a thorough understanding of how university athletic departments run on a daily basis. The text gives students the fundamentals of an athletics administration job through chapters on governing bodies and conference governance, leadership and management, rules compliance, academics, eligibility, and student-athlete development, media relations and production, financial operations and budgeting, marketing, ticketing, licensing, and sponsorships, facility and event management, alumni relations, and support services. To offer more comprehensive discussions of athlete social justice advocacy, gender equity, Title IX compliance, feminist philosophy, and allyship, this version includes a new chapter devoted to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The second edition also covers the emergence of NIL partnerships, legalized sports betting, and esports, as well as the long-term financial effects of COVID-19 on intercollegiate athletic departments at all levels. Administrators at Division II, Division III, junior colleges, and National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) sports departments have the same duties as their Division I counterparts, even if Division I schools receive more attention. The requirements and concerns of administrators at different levels are carefully addressed throughout Administration of Intercollegiate Athletics, Second Edition, even more so than in the first edition. Sidebars for Leadership Lessons, discussion questions, learning exercises, and case studies are among the new and updated features that are intended to improve learning and offer real-world applications of the ideas discussed. In addition, there are sidebars for Industry Profiles that highlight well-known athletics administrators, Technology Tools that highlight the newest innovations that help administrators in their jobs, and Professional Development that give students advice on how to get into and be successful in the field. A dependable resource for current sport administrators, Administration of Intercollegiate Athletics, Second Edition is a necessary textbook for classes on intercollegiate athletics, sport management, or sport marketing.  

Aerial Adventure Environments: The Theory and Practice of the Challenge Course, Zip Line, and Canopy Tour Industry With HKPropel Access provides a comprehensive and practical introduction to the aerial adventure industry. The first of its kind, this text combines the key components of high and low ropes challenge courses, zip lines, canopy tours, and aerial adventure parks into one essential guide for students and existing professionals.Written by leading experts with both practical experience and theoretical knowledge in the field and endorsed by the Association for Challenge Course Technology (ACCT), the Professional Ropes Course Association (PRCA), and the European Ropes Course Association (ERCA), this complete resource contains the foundational information needed to understand the industry of aerial adventure environments. It provides practitioners with the tools they need to lead successful adventure experiences whether they are working directly with participants, designing and building structures, training staff, or conducting operational and marketing activities.Readers will learn about the historical beginnings and global development of the industry, the theory and fundamentals behind aerial adventure programming, facility and equipment management, personnel training, and operational guidelines. The text presents practical information on understanding the desired outcomes of a variety of clients and how to design and deliver safe, effective, and inclusive adventure experiences with consideration for self-directed, guided, and facilitated experiences. The discussions of professional competencies and current industry issues and trends, as well as tips on how to obtain training, equip readers for success in the profession.Chapter objectives, summaries, and review questions reinforce learning, and Putting It Into Practice elements illustrate practical applications of the content. Related online materials delivered via HKPropel include 21 checklists and forms that provide real-world value and include sample participant evaluation forms, job descriptions, challenge course questionnaires, program plans, and more. Special features throughout the book highlight four themes critical to the aerial adventure environment profession: Risk Management sidebars demonstrate how the management of risk must be embedded in every stage of the experience. Active Participatory Experience sidebars emphasize the hands-on nature of aerial adventures, whereby participants choose their level of challenge and their own adventures. Industry Standards sidebars cover best practices for subjects such as equipment selection, facility development, practitioner competencies, and management decisions. Social Justice and Human Diversity sidebars focus on the recent expansion of participants in aerial adventure experiences and the importance of inclusivity. At the forefront of this fascinating and rapidly expanding segment of the outdoor adventure market, Aerial Adventure Environments is a priceless tool for navigating the market and comprehending contemporary methods, ideologies, and trends. Note: All print books include with a code to access HKPropel.