Written by the medical coordinator for Major League Soccer, a nationally recognized physical therapist who treats athletes of all ages and abilities, Soccer Injury Prevention and Treatment is a comprehensive, illustrated guide to the best training, strengthening, stretching, nutrition, and hydration regimens to keep athletes È both professional and recreational - safe and on the field. YouÌll learn:
- Ways to prevent the most common soccer injuries, including ACL tears, fractures, ankle sprains, calf strains, shin splints, and overuse injuries
- To identify the signs and symptoms of injury and when to seek treatment
- Common setbacks for children and youth
- How to reduce pain and stop nagging injuries from becoming chronic problems
- Return-to-play protocols for concussion and warning signs for serious brain injury
- Exercises to build endurance, flexibility, and power while protecting your body from harm
- The LESS program, a targeted lower-body strengthening plan to prevent injury
