Endurance Sports Medicine. A Clinical Guide

Part I. Medical Conditions
1. Taking a Holistic Approach to Treating Endurance Athletes
2. Cardiovascular Evaluation and Treatment in the Endurance Athlete
3. Exercise-Induced Bronchoconstriction and Vocal Cord Dysfunction
4. Low Ferritin and Anemic Conditions in Endurance Athletes
5. Evaluation and Treatment of Exertional Heat Illness, Rhabdomyolysis, and Hyponatremia
6. Evaluation and Treatment of Cold- and Altitude-Related Injuries and Illnesses
7. Pregnancy and Other Considerations for the Female Endurance Athlete
8. Considerations for Treating the Pediatric Endurance Athlete
9. Effects of Exercise and Aging in the Masters-Level Athlete
Part II. Musculoskeletal Conditions
10. Biologic Advancements in the Treatment of Stress Fractures
11. Orthobiologic Treatment Options for Injuries in Endurance Athletes
12. Special Considerations for the Periodic Health Evaluation of Endurance Athletes
13. Chronic Leg Pain in Running Athletes
14. Hip Injuries and Conditions in the Endurance Athlete
15. Common Injuries and Conditions in Rowers
16. Common Injuries and Conditions in Crossfit Participation
17. Blood Flow Restriction and Other Innovations in Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
Part III. Performance Optimization and Event Coverage
18. Clinical Aspects of Running Gait Analysis
19. Clinical Applications of Bike Fitting
20. Clinical Application of Swim Stroke Analysis
21. High-Intensity Interval Training and Resistance Training for Endurance Athletes
22. Mental Skills Training for Endurance Sports
23. Performance-Based Nutrition for Endurance Training
24. Coordination of Medical Coverage for Endurance Sporting Events
25. Return to Sport Decision-Making for Endurance Athletes

Providing a fresh update of this continuously evolving branch of sports medicine, this comprehensive yet practical guide focuses specifically on the treatment of athletes who train for and participate in endurance sporting events, including not only traditional endurance athletes such as runners, swimmers, bikers and triathletes, but also rowers, adventure racers, military personnel and cross-fit athletes.  Detailing strategies for not only treating and preventing injuries and conditions but also for optimizing an athlete’s performance, this book is divided into three thematic sections. The first section covers common medical conditions faced by the endurance athlete, including cardiovascular conditions, asthma, and heat- and altitude-related illnesses, while also discussing gender differences, pregnancy and the pediatric and masters endurance athlete. Section two focuses on the management of common musculoskeletal conditions, such as stress fractures, overuse injuries of the soft tissue, shoulder and hip injuries, and exercise and osteoarthritis; this section now includes discussion of the use of cutting-edge orthobiologics. The last section presents performance optimization and event coverage, including gait and swim-stroke analysis, bike fitting, resistance training, mental preparation, optimizing nutrition, and how to organize medical coverage for events, as well as decision-making for return to play.  Completely updated and including brand new chapters, Endurance Sports Medicine, Second Edition remains a valuable guide for sports medicine physicians, orthopedists, athletic trainers, physical therapists, coaches, officials, and athletes in understanding the needs of the determined individuals who participate in endurance sports.