Physiology Books

New and Published Books

1. Exercise and Chronic Disease

   An Evidence-Based Approach

   Edited by John Saxton

   It is now widely accepted that there are important links between inactivity and lifestyle-related chronic diseases, and that exercise can bring tangible therapeutic benefits to people with long-term chronic conditions. Exercise and Chronic Disease: An Evidence-Based Approach offers the most...

   Published March 21st 2011 by Routledge
2. Pharmacology, Doping and Sports

   A Scientific Guide for Athletes, Coaches, Physicians, Scientists and Administrators

   Edited by Jean L. Fourcroy

   The work of dope testers is constantly being obstructed by the development of ever harder-to-trace new forms of banned substances. Organisations such as the World Anti-Doping Association and the United States Anti-Doping Agency are pioneering cutting-edge techniques ...

   Published February 4th 2010 by Routledge
3. Human Muscle Fatigue

   Edited by Craig Williams, Sébastien Ratel

   When human muscle fatigues, athletic performance becomes impaired. For those individuals suffering muscle or metabolic diseases the effects of muscle fatigue can make everyday tasks difficult. Understanding the scientific processes responsible for skeletal muscle fatigue is therefore central to the...

   Published June 15th 2009 by Routledge
4. Physical Activity and Health

   The Evidence Explained, 2nd Edition

   By Adrianne E. Hardman, David J. Stensel

   Physical Activity and Health explains clearly, systematically and in detail the relationships between physical activity, health and disease, and examines the benefits of exercise in the prevention and treatment of a wide range of important conditions. Now in a fully updated and revised edition,...

   Published May 17th 2009 by Routledge
5. New and Expanded Neuropsychosocial Concepts Complementary to Llorens' Developmental Theory

   Achieving Growth and Development through Occupation for Neonatal Infants and their Families

   By Lynne F. LaCorte OTD MHS

   This book analyzes and suggests an expansion of Llorens’ developmental theory of occupational therapy, applying these concepts in a final schematic model for use by occupational therapists, occupational scientists, and others involved in occupational tasks, relationships, and activities. The book...

   Published April 13th 2009 by Routledge
6. Kinanthropometry Laboratory Manual

   Anthropometry and Exercise Physiology

   Edited by Roger Eston, Tom Reilly

   Kinanthropometry is the study of human body size, shape and form and how those characteristics relate to human movement and sporting performance. In this fully updated and revised edition of the classic guide to kinathropometric theory and practice, leading international sport and exercise...

   Published September 29th 2008 by Routledge
7. Introduction to the Anatomy and Physiology of Children

   A Guide for Students of Nursing, Child Care and Health, 2nd Edition

   By Janet MacGregor

   Fully updated, this new edition provides an introduction to normal, healthy physical development for all professionals who specialise in working with children. The author, an experienced nurse teacher, guides the reader through the key changes in body systems and functions from embryo to birth...

   Published April 17th 2008 by Routledge
8. Race in Contemporary Medicine

   Edited by Sander L. Gilman

   With the first patent being granted to “BiDil,” a combined medication that is deemed to be most effective for a specific “race,” African-Americans for a specific form of heart failure, the on-going debate about the effect of the older category of race has been renewed. What role should “race” play...

   Published December 20th 2007 by Routledge
9. Sport and Exercise Physiology Testing Guidelines

   The British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences Guide

   Edited by Andrew M. Jones, Edward M. Winter, R.C. Richard Davison, Paul D. Bromley, Tom Mercer

   Series: BASES Sport and Exercise Science

   Sport and exercise physiologists are called upon to carry out physiological assessments that have proven validity and reliability, both in sport-specific and health-related contexts. A wide variety of test protocols have been developed and refined. This book is a comprehensive guide to these...

   Published November 29th 2006 by Routledge
10. Sport and Exercise Physiology Testing Guidelines: Volume I – Sport Testing

    The British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences Guide

    Edited by Edward M. Winter, Andrew M. Jones, R.C. Richard Davison, Paul D. Bromley, Tom H. Mercer

    Sport and exercise physiologists are called upon to carry out physiological assessments that have proven validity and reliability, both in sport-specific and health-related contexts. A wide variety of test protocols have been developed and refined. This book is a comprehensive guide to these...

    Published November 16th 2006 by Routledge