Download or read book Neurologic Athletic Head and Spine Injuries written by Robert C. Cantu and published by Saunders. This book was released on 2000 with total page 428 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book addresses prevention, correct on-the-field evaluation, accurate diagnosis, prompt proper treatment, return-to-play decision-making, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries to the head, neck and spine. This in-depth resource covers the most frequent neurologic head and spine injuries such as the subdural hematoma. It also discusses malignant brain edema syndrome of children, second impact syndrome of adolescents and adults, and quadriplegia. Less life threatening disorders such as concussions, traumatic convulsions, epilepsy, and headache are also discussed. Ten chapters discuss specific sports, common injuries and related concers and legal considerations. Anyone who deals with athletes and injury can benefit from this book.