Hand and Finger Injuries in Rock Climbers

• Main Authors: Gnecchi, Sébastien (Author), Moutet, François (Author)
• Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
• Format: Electronic eBook
• Language: English
• Published: Cham : Springer International Publishing : Imprint: Springer, 2015.
• Series: Sports and Traumatology,
• Subjects: Medicine.; Human anatomy.; Radiology.; Orthopedics.; Rehabilitation medicine.; Sports medicine.; Traumatology.; Medicine & Public Health.; Sports Medicine.; Traumatic Surgery.; Anatomy.; Diagnostic Radiology.; Rehabilitation Medicine.

The aim of this book is not only to help climbers and coaches gain a better understanding of medical consultations, but also to offer insights into practical treatment. As regards the medical field, the explanation of the different forces exerted on fingers during climbing allows better assessment o...

Table of Contents:

• Introduction
• The Anatomy of the Hand
• Various Lesions
• Surgical Techniques
• Training and Back to Training
• Assessment and Safety
• Conclusion.