sports injuries

Discusses a number of issues related to children playing high-contact sports.

"[Presents the] unlikely story of Dr. Bennet Omalu, the pathologist who made one of the most significant medical discoveries of the twenty-first century, a discovery that challenges the existence of America's favorite sport and puts Omalu in the crosshairs of football's most powerful corporation: the NFL."--Publisher.

Arlo Brodie loves being at the heart of the action on the football field, and while his dad cheers him on, his mother quotes head injury statistics and refuses to watch, but Arlo's winning plays, the cheering crowds, and the adrenaline rush are enough to convince him that everything is OK, in spite of the pain, the pounding, the dizziness, and the confusion.

A collection of articles that offer information on sports injuries, discussing what they are, treatment options, related controversies, and includes personal narratives.

Allie turns to basketball to help her through tough times, but when an old knee injury resurfaces, she becomes overwhelmed by dark thoughts of never being able to play again.

Describes sports-related injuries to all areas of the body and presents prevention tips and details on treatments and rehabilitations.

Examines concussion injuries in sports, discussing the symptoms and dangers of concussions.