Physical Therapy of the Hip
Published in September 1990
Book
Hardback
221 pages
978-0-443-08650-2 (ISBN)
Description
This is a book aiming to offer a solid basic science foundation for treatment of the subject including coverage of the anatomy, general examination procedures, biomechanics and the role of the hip in posture and ambulation. The volume combines basic scientific information with current clinical know-how aiming to present the complete picture of physical therapy management of hip problems. It discusses the latest and most effective contributions from physical therapy to patient care, and is edited by a specialist in precisely this area of physical therapy.
This is a book aiming to offer a solid basic science foundation for treatment of the subject including coverage of the anatomy, general examination procedures, biomechanics and the role of the hip in posture and ambulation. The volume combines basic scientific information with current clinical know-how aiming to present the complete picture of physical therapy management of hip problems. It discusses the latest and most effective contributions from physical therapy to patient care, and is edited by a specialist in precisely this area of physical therapy.
This is a book aiming to offer a solid basic science foundation for treatment of the subject including coverage of the anatomy, general examination procedures, biomechanics and the role of the hip in posture and ambulation. The volume combines basic scientific information with current clinical know-how aiming to present the complete picture of physical therapy management of hip problems. It discusses the latest and most effective contributions from physical therapy to patient care, and is edited by a specialist in precisely this area of physical therapy.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Elsevier Health Sciences
Target group
College/higher education
Illustrations
135 ills
Dimensions
Height: 235 mm
Width: 165 mm
Weight
631 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-443-08650-2 (9780443086502)
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John L. Echternach
Physical Therapy of the Hip
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Churchill Livingstone
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Content
Anatomy of the hip; evaluation of the hip (joint) region; biomechanics of hip region; common pathological problems of the hip region; medical and surgical management of the arthritic hip; rehabilitation of total hip replacements and fracture management considerations; physical therapy management of non-surgical hip problems; sports injuries of the hip region; the role of the hip in posture and gait; hip problems in children and adolescents; hip fractures and related problems in the elderly.