Ko Ken Ryu presents new book

On March 21, 2005 Neil Barua and Andy Roosen's new book will be available for you to buy. The book is entitled 'Martial Arts Injuries: Prevention and Management' and is an essential aid to all martial artists. The book is a handy paperback (235x165mm) and contains 128 pages, 30 black & white photographs and 120 line drawings.

Any martial artist serious about training effectively without enduring unnecessary setbacks caused by injuries will find this book to be essential reading.

· Outlines how the body works as this is of crucial significance if the martial artist is to respond appropriately to injuries.

 · Considers all aspects of injury prevention including warming up, the importance of a safe environment, protective equipment, medical support, physical conditioning, correct movement and biomechanics, nutrition and hydration.

 · Provides essential first-aid information and covers the unconscious casualty, the ‘recovery position’, neck and spinal injuries and the required medical equipment.

· A comprehensive guide to the recognition and treatment of shock, head, upper-limb, chest, abdomen and lower limb injuries.

BTW: do any of the honbu members recognise the dubious characters on the cover??

The book's RRP is £12.99 and should be available from bookstores as ISBN 1 86126 732 0. For more info or purchase details see Andy or go to www.crowoodpress.co.uk and follow the new titles link.

Andy will order in copies of the book so Ko Ken Ryu and Dentokan members can buy the book directly at the dojo.