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Taylor & Francis Ltd Complete Guide to Respiratory Care in Athletes by John Dickinson and James Hull
Complete Guide to Respiratory Care in Athletes introduces the respiratory system and its function during exercise. It considers the main respiratory conditions affecting athletes and delivers practical advice for the management of respiratory issues in athletic populations._x000D__x000D_With contributions from leading international experts, the book discusses fundamental scientific principles and provides pragmatic 'hands-on' clinical guidance to enable practical application. Each chapter includes useful pedagogical features such as case studies and guides for carrying out assessments. The book covers wide a range of topics, including: _x000D__x000D__x000D__x000D_respiratory system function during exercise _x000D_impact of the environment on the upper and lower airways _x000D_asthma related issues in athletes _x000D_allergic rhinitis in athletes _x000D_exercise induced laryngeal obstruction _x000D_exercise induced dysfunctional breathing paterns_x000D_respiratory muscle training _x000D_role of screening for respiratory issues in athletes_x000D_assessing and dealing with respiratory infections in athletes._x000D__x000D_This text is key reading for both newly qualified and established medical, scientific and therapy practitioners who are working with athletes with respiratory issues. It is also a valuable resource for students of sports medicine, sports therapy, and sport and exercise science courses._x000D_show more