Traumatic Brain Injury in Sports: An International Neuropsychological Perspective. Mark R. Lovell, Ruben J. Echemendia, Jeffrey T. Barth, and Michael W. Collins (Eds.). 2004. Lisse, NL: Swets and Zeitlinger/Taylor and Francis, 510 pp., $99.00, (HB).

Name your sport! Or, one of the internationally played sports commonly associated with traumatic brain injury that is given coverage within this 26-chapter volume. The book is divided into four sections, each the responsibility of one of the four editors. Section I, Basic Concepts, provides the historical context and reviews diagnosis, management, prevention, biomechanics, pathophysiology, the usefulness of neuroimaging, and genetic aspects of brain injury. Section II, Models of Neuropsychological Assessment, details each of eight highlighted sports. Section III, Methodological Issues, addresses concerns such as measurement of change, post-injury practical interpretation, issues related to testing of professional athletes, and the use of computerized assessment techniques. Section IV, Special Topics, includes important discussions related to gender and cultural issues, ethical issues, and psychotherapeutic aspects of recovery. Also included is advice regarding consultation with sports organizations, and return to play after injury. The editors recruited respected authorities in sports neuropsychology, or related areas, as authors. Together, they contribute to a well-integrated, thorough volume that reviews fundamentals, provides structure and guidance for clinicians, and elucidates the science that has enabled expansion of this area of practice with benefit accruing for players.