Discover the ultimate companion for climbers and adventurers with Vertical Aid. This essential guide addresses the unique medical challenges faced in climbing and mountaineering, where professional help can often be hours away. Published in 2017 by W W Norton & Company, this BRAND NEW resource features 384 pages of invaluable information, drawing upon a wealth of expertise from a team of professionals in emergency medicine and climbing. With a focus on managing emergencies and chronic injuries sustained in challenging terrains, Vertical Aid is an indispensable text for both novice and experienced climbers. The book includes detailed illustrations and best practices, ensuring that you are well-prepared for any situation that may arise during your outdoor expeditions. Vertical Aid stands out as a practical guide, backed by evidence-based medicine and real-world-tested strategies tailored specifically for the climbing environment. Whether you're trekking through rugged landscapes or scaling significant heights, this guide delivers critical insights that can make a difference in dire circumstances. Its diverse author team—comprising an EMS and emergency physician, a nurse, a physician assistant, and a nurse trainer—ensures a comprehensive approach to climbing-related health challenges. Don't head out on your next adventure without the essential knowledge provided in Vertical Aid. Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781581574449
Year: 2017
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 384


Description:


Climbing and mountaineering attracts millions of people around the world each year, but produces a unique set of challenges. The threat of danger is ever present, and professional medical help is often far away. Vertical Medicine Resources is a renowned climbing company providing medical training and consultation. In Vertical Aid, they have produced the most complete guide available for managing both emergencies and chronic injuries sustained during climbs. Researched and developed by professional healthcare providers and alpinists, the book includes helpful illustrations of common procedures and best practices, making it a practical and indispensable companion on any climbing, trekking, or alpine trip. It is replete with real-world-tested strategies, evidence-based medicine, and proven techniques. The diverse author team combines an EMS and emergency physician, a nurse, a physician assistant, and a nurse-trainer, who together have a profound depth of climbing, educational, and medical experience. With its unique combination of authoritative medical information and specific attention to the climbing environment, Vertical Aid is poised to become an authoritative resource for every climber, on every climb.