商品簡介
Mountain climbing is an exhilarating experience that attracts millions around the world each year. Alpinists and climbers face a unique set of challenges and risks when scaling mountains or descending cliffs. Danger is often lurking close, but professional medical help is always far away. Vertical Medicine Resources, a renowned medical guiding and consulting team focused specifically on training clients in vertical environments, has produced the first true guide to treating injuries and other emergencies sustained during climbs. Researched and developed by professional trainers, the book includes helpful step-by-step line drawings illustrating common procedures and best practices, making it a practical and indispensable companion on any ascent. Replete with real-world-tested strategies and proven techniques, combined with the expert insight of mountaineer and emergency medicine specialist Dr. Seth Hawkins, who has years of climbing, educational, and medical experience, Vertical Aid is poised to become an authoritative resource for every climber, on every climb.
