Synopses & Reviews
This text is intended as both a reference and a teaching aide. Covering all aspects of musculoskeletal examination, the book is organized in a logical manner from the top down--or from cervical spine to the upper extremities, lumbrosacral spine, lower extremities, and gait. The addition of basic differential diagnosis, photographs, clear radiographs, and 600 original two-colour drawings make this an extremely clear teaching and learning aide. Each original illustration shows both the topical exposure and the underlying muscles, bones and tendons that are being examined, with shades of colour differentiating them. Written jointly by an orthopaedic surgeon, a physiatrist, and a physical therapist, the book shows no specific biases. Instead, it contains a straightforward look at this important medical skill
Review
".destined to become a classic." Southampton Health Journal
Description
Includes bibliographical references (p. 460-462) and index.
Table of Contents
How to use this book;.
Acknowledgments;.
1. Introduction;.
2. Basic Concepts of Physical Examination;.
3. Overview of the Spine and Pelvis;.
4. The Cervical Spine;.
5. The Lumbosacral Spine;.
6. Overview of the Upper Extremity;.
7. The Shoulder;.
8. The Elbow;.
9. The Wrist and Hand;.
10. Overview of the Lower Extremity;.
11. The Hip;.
12. The Knee;.
13. The Ankle and Foot;.
14. Posture and Gait;.
Appendix;.
Bibliography;.
Index