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A guide offering practical and theoretical exercise programming information for development with spe...
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A guide offering practical and theoretical exercise programming information for development with special needs individuals. The contributors outline 40 different conditions in the areas of cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases, metabolic diseases, immunological/hematological disorders, orthopedic disabilities, neuromuscular disorders, and cognitive and emotional conditions. Each discussion overviews pathophysiology, the effects of exercise on the condition and vice a versa, management and medications, and recommendations for exercise testing and programming. Includes appendices summarizing exercise testing measures and programming for each condition. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
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