Principles of Pharmacology for Athletic Trainers by Joel Houglam

Principles of Pharmacology for Athletic Trainers by Joel Houglam

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Principles of Pharmacology for Athletic Trainers by Joel Houglam

Principles of Pharmacology for Athletic Trainers, Third Edition continues the tradition of past editions to provide applications of pharmacological principles specifically aimed at the athletic trainer. The drug categories that are included are primarily those that may be pertinent to the treatment of athletic injuries or that may affect athletic performance.
Drs. Joel Houglum, Gary Harrelson, and Teresa Seefeldt have taken a unique aspect to the organization and design of the Third Edition to be instructional discussions regarding the use and effects of drugs and of the disease states treated by these drug categories. Additionally, there is a specific discussion of the role of the athletic trainer regarding the therapeutic use and effects of these drugs.
Features of the Third Edition
  • Satisfies all of the CATE Educational Competencies on pharmacology
  • Advanced organizers and specific learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter
  • Summaries after each major topic within the chapter
  • Case studies and clinical applications
  • Discussion on popular fitness supplements
  • Key words are in italics and defined in the glossary
  • Concept maps present important, yet complex, processes in a concise, graphical way
  • Shaded textboxes throughout include additional information and are beneficial for the reader to recall a key concept addressed in an earlier chapter
  • New ancillary materials specifically for faculty that include PowerPoint slides and test bank questions for each chapter
Instructors in educational settings can visit www.efacultylounge.com for additional materials to be used for teaching in the classroom.
Principles of Pharmacology for Athletic Trainers, Third Edition will continue to be the go-to resource to determine the best pharmacological treatment strategy and management by athletic trainers.
"This is a valuable book for any athletic trainer working with elite athletesIt provides a tremendous amount of material in a manner that helps readers retain the information and apply the science to real-life decisions. It is well organized and the addition of three new topics areas keeps it current and useful." - Doody's Listings
Gary L. Harrelson, EdD, ATC, received his Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training, Master's of Science in Exercise Physiology, and EdD in Administration and Teaching all from the University of Southern Mississippi. He is the Director of Organizational Development and Education (ODE) for the DCH Health System in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Since his certification as an athletic trainer in 1985, Gary has worked as an athletic trainer in multiple settings, which include high school, clinic, collegiate, and professional sports. Gary has taught in the athletic training curriculums at the University of Alabama and the University of Southern Mississippi. He was an Associate Editor for the Journal of Athletic Training and Athletic Therapy Today. Additionally, he is the coauthor of Physical Rehabilitation of the Injured Athlete now in its 3rd edition, Administrative Topics in Athletic Training: Concepts to Practice, as well as a CD-ROM on Joint Mobilization and a 8-video series on evaluation. He has authored numerous articles and made many professional presentations at the state, regional, and national levels as well as internationally.

Joel E. Houglum, PhD
received a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from the University of Minnesota and a PhD in Pharmaceutical Biochemistry from the University of Wisconsin. He was Assistant Dean and Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences in the College of Pharmacy at South Dakota State University where he taught courses in pharmacology and pharmaceutical biochemistry for 28 years. His other publications have been in the areas of leukotrienes, analytical chemistry, curriculum planning and evaluation, and pharmacology for athletic trainers.
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ISBN 13 9781556429019
ISBN 10 1556429010
Title Principles of Pharmacology for Athletic Trainers
Author Joel Houglam
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Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Taylor & Francis Inc
Year published 2010-09-15
Number of pages 480
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
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