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Application of Infrared Thermography in Sports Science

By Jose Ignacio Priego Quesada (eds.)

Book information

Publisher
Springer International Publishing
Year
2017
ISBN
978-3-319-47409-0, 978-3-319-47410-6
DOI
10.1007/978-3-319-47410-6
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
11 MB (11115684 bytes)
Series
Biological and Medical Physics, Biomedical Engineering
Edition
1
Pages
XXII, 327\339
Time added
2017-02-20 14:56:08
Biological and Medical PhysicsBiophysics;Sports Medicine;Human Physiology;Biomed

Description

This book addresses the application of infrared thermography in sports, examining the main benefits of this non-invasive, non-radiating and low-cost technique. Aspects covered include the detection of injuries in sports medicine, the assessment of sports performance due to the existing link between physical fitness and thermoregulation and the analysis of heat transfer for sports garments and sports equipment. Although infrared thermography is broadly considered to be a fast and easy-to-use tool, the ability to deliver accurate and repeatable measurements is an important consideration. Furthermore, it is important to be familiar with the latest sports studies published on this technique to understand its potential and limitations. Accordingly, this book establishes a vital link between laboratory tests and the sports field.

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