Main description:

Musculoskeletal Examination is a user–friendly textbookdesigned for students, physical therapists and physicians. It isuniquely multidisciplinary in its approach, being written by aphysiatrist, physical therapist and orthopedist. With tables andboxed features to emphasize and summarize key concepts, and ′sampleexamination′ boxes to highlight and test difficult areas, it isideal for teaching introductory courses yet detailed enough forprofessional reference within clinical practice. It includes aneasy–to–follow examination process for all the joints and spine, aswell as combining biomechanics with physical examination to enhanceunderstanding of function.

This third edition includes more and better anatomyillustrations; over 850 illustrations, x–rays and MRIs are perfectas a quick reference guide, while the detailed descriptions andclinically relevant examples of frequently encountered conditionswill help out even the most novice practitioner.

The chapter on basic science, the brief overview of anatomy, andthe introductory remarks at the start of each chapter that providea biomechanical overview of the region featured, all ensureMusculoskeletal Examination will help you gain theunderstanding necessary to make a correct diagnosis and determine asuccessful treatment plan for your patients.

Musculoskeletal Examination is ideal forphysiotherapists, physiatrists, orthopedists, medical students,practitioners and all those involved in sports medicine andclinical massage.

Contents:

How to Use This Book, iv

Acknowledgments, v

1 Introduction, 1

2 Basic Concepts of Physical Examination, 14

3 Overview of the Spine and Pelvis, 31

4 The Cervical Spine and Thoracic Spine, 34

5 The Temporomandibular Joint, 82

6 The Lumbosacral Spine, 95

7 Overview of the Upper Extremity, 139

8 The Shoulder, 141

9 The Elbow, 199

10 The Wrist and Hand, 235

11 The Hip, 293

12 The Knee, 335

13 The Ankle and Foot, 379

14 Gait, 432

Appendices, 445

Bibliography, 449

Index, 453