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- ISBN: 9781405173643 | 1405173645
- Cover: Hardcover
- Copyright: 11/9/2009
This volume reviews the distribution and determinants of injury frequency in Olympic sports, then suggests measures for injury prevention and directions for further research. After an introduction, the book is divided into parts dedicated to Olympic Summer Sports, Olympic Winter Sports, and Paralympic Sports. Recognized authorities write on their areas of expertise and detail for each sport injury characteristics, injury severity, and injury risk factors.