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Author:

Sandel, Elizabeth, author.

Title:

Shaken brain : the science, care, and treatment of concussion / Elizabeth Sandel, MD.

Publisher:

Harvard University Press,

Copyright Date:

2020

Description:

xx, 340 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm

Subject:

Brain--Concussion.
Brain damage--Treatment.
Sports injuries.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 253-313) and index.

Contents:

Part one. An imperfect science : What happens to the brain -- The search for a diagnosis -- Concussion care -- Long-term risks -- Part two. To play or not to play : Exercising sensibly -- Game changers -- Money talks -- Part three. Dangers at home and work: Close to home -- War and work.

Summary:

"Sports concussions make headlines, but you don't have to be an NFL star to suffer traumatic brain injury. In Shaken Brain, Elizabeth Sandel, MD, shares stories and research from her decades treating and studying brain injuries. She explains what concussions do to our bodies, how to avoid them, and how to recover"-- Provided by publisher.

ISBN:

0674987411
9780674987418

OCLC:

(OCoLC)1114439492

LCCN:

2019040007

Locations:

GBPF771 -- Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library (Ankeny)

TCPG826 -- Bettendorf Public Library Information Center (Bettendorf)

UQAX771 -- Des Moines Area Community College Library - Ankeny (Carroll)

CEAX572 -- Kirkwood Community College Library (Cedar Rapids)

CDPF771 -- Clive Public Library (Clive)

BAPH771 -- Des Moines Public Library (Des Moines)

GEPG771 -- West Des Moines Public Library (West Des Moines)