Blood, Sweat and 2nd Gear: More Medicine For Motorcyclists, 2 ed.
$19.95
Order Code: BS2G
Author: flash gordon, m.d.
So what is the best thing to do when your bike goes down and you suffer a patch of road rash? When it happens, how do you prevent infection and minimize scarring? Answers to these questions, and practical advice on many other medical situations facing motorcyclists (and others) are in an all-new book from flash gordon, m.d., the motorcycling physician, just published by Whitehorse Press.
For years, motojournalist flash gordon, m.d. (and yes, that is his real name . . . no caps, please) has been dispensing practical medical advice with a liberal dose of dry humor through his popular “Medical Motorcycling” columns. His earlier writings were so popular that Whitehorse Press published them in the 1995 book, Blood, Sweat and Gears, where they found a faithful and growing following. To bring this valuable series up-to-date, a collection of his more recent articles has been organized into this second and larger book, aptly named Blood, Sweat & 2nd Gear.
Motorcyclists are a special class: as one of them, dr. gordon recognizes typical behavior patterns and pitfalls of the breed. He explains how some habits (bad posture, a love of rich road food, smoking) can lead to problems in the future, which may reduce or eliminate riding pleasure forever. Riding can also cause hypothermia, fatigue, numb hands, constipation, monkey butt, and many other conditions, and dr. gordon covers these problems in detail. He explains what signs to look for, what precautions and actions to take, when a 3 a.m. visit to the local emergency room is entirely justified, or whether a wait-and-see approach is indicated.
Since 1978, dr. gordon has been practicing both emergency and primary care medicine in the San Francisco Bay area. During that time, he has also been a daily motorcycle rider and commuter. As a doctor who rides motorcycles, dr. gordon combines knowledge gained from many years of medical practice with the straightforward, no-nonsense style of a veteran rider. He has the knack for explaining medical conditions and injuries in plain language that makes sense, and often provides a good chuckle, too. He sees his writing as a way to educate people on taking better care of their bodies so they may stay healthy and active longer. Riders of all ages—in fact, anyone with a human body—will find value in this book and its practical advice.
Product Detail
Paperback: 190 pages
Format: 6 by 9 inches, black and white
Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Injuries caused by accidents
- Pavement Dermatitis
- Skin Infections
- First Aid, at Last
- Saving Face
- Shoulders
- Tennis Elbow
- Ribs
- Don't Miss This!
- Potential troubles on the road
- Hypothermia
- Rednecks
- Feet, Don’t Fail Me Now
- Ouch!
- Bend or Break?
- Cramps 101
- Numb Hands
- Bad Vibes
- What’s a Joint Like This Doing in a Nice Girl Like You?
- Get Back
- Backs Gone Bad
- A Pain in the Neck
- These Old Bones
- Don’t Blink!
- Earplugs
- The Balancing Act
- Your Gut Feelings Count
- Farts
- Stoned
- For Men Only
- Hemorrhoids
- Concerns on long trips
- Monkey Butt
- Born to Run
- Constipation: The Straight Poop
- Effect of emotions on riding
- Testosterone Poisoning
- Hearts
- Depression
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Fitness for Riding
- The Common Cold:Nothing to Sneeze At
- Allergies
- Sinuses
- Asthma
- Smoking: Don’t Say, “I’ll Never Smoke Again”
- Asleep at the Handlebars
- Brain Farts...Brrp!!
- Fighting Riding Suit Shrink
- Wide Load
- How to Keep Your Internal Combustion Engine Running
- Fitness
Customer & Editorial Reviews:
Reviewer: www.inter-bike.co.uk, August 2009
Date Added: Friday 02 October, 2009
I must say I found it addictive (sic) reading and very informative despite being fully conversant with first aid. I would say that this is a must read and should be high on the reading list for any serious motorcyclist.
Reviewer: Thunder Press, March 2008
Date Added: Wednesday 25 March, 2009
Consider this to be a selection of short topics convey by your motorcycle-riding family doctor who hopes to make your motorcycling adventures more enjoyable.
Reviewer: chapters.indigo.ca
Date Added: Friday 11 July, 2008
There's also an excellent chapter - worth the price of the book alone - that lists everything a proper first aid kit should include. - Review by Adrian Blake of blogtalkradio.com/ride
Reviewer: RPM for Truckers, March 2008
Date Added: Tuesday 20 May, 2008
... a litany of practical medical advice for the long haul biker.
Reviewer: RoadBike, April 2008
Date Added: Wednesday 20 February, 2008
The good doctor writes in a dry, funny manner that makes clear he knows what he's talking about, but also keeps his tongue firmly planted in his cheek. Honestly - how can a chapter called "Farts" not be at least a little amusing?
...He spins each chapter as it relates to motorcycling: how motorcycling might cause a problem or condition, why motorcyclists are susceptible to it, how a biker can prevent it, and how to treat it once it happens. Remember, this is a compilation of magazine columns, so they're all mercifully short and not too technical.
...full of information, pointing out the obvious in some cases and shedding light in others. Either way, you'll giggle all the way to the emergency room.
Reviewer: BMW Owners News, February 2008
Date Added: Friday 15 February, 2008
. . . an essential book that all motorcyclists should get and read.
. . . a great reminder that it is the body of the rider that controls the motorcycle, and thus it must be in equally perfect running order to be effective.
This book is not only a must read but, I firmly believe this book should be packed on your bike along with the BMW MOA Anonymous Book.
In my opinion as a career firefighter/medic, every motorcyclist should read this book and follow Dr. Gordon's instructions. If they did, not only would my job in the field be easier but, also it would make an emergency room physicians diagnosis easier and in turn quicker treatment for the motorcyclist/patient.
Reviewer: Backroads, January 2008
Date Added: Monday 21 January, 2008
So what is the best thing to do when your bike goes down and you suffer a patch of road rash? When it happens, how do you prevent infection and minimize scarring? Answers to these questions, and practical advice on many other medical situations facing motorcyclists (and others) are in an all-new book from flash gordon, m.d., the motorcycling physician.
Reviewer: RoadRunner, October 2007
Date Added: Tuesday 27 November, 2007
...travel, especially by motorcycle, does put a strain on the body. And, like any other activity, accidents can happen. If, as the old saying goes, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, then Blood, Sweat, and 2nd Gear by flash gordon, m.d., is a good way to avoid a hefty sack of potential problems.
Reviewer: Sound Rider, October 2007
Date Added: Tuesday 27 November, 2007
You’ve got questions and flash has the answers at a price that’s right, not some crazy hourly rate your insurance company won’t cover.
We think this book is an important addition to any rider’s collection. It makes an excellent gift.
Reviewer: S.L. from Plano, Texas
Date Added: Tuesday 27 November, 2007
Thanks so much for the book. I flipped through it and got stuck on a couple of chapters. It is like trying to look up just one word in the dictionary.
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