Common Vertebral Joint Problems
2nd Edition
Published on 19. December 1988
Book
Hardback
804 pages
978-0-443-03365-0 (ISBN)
Description
Describes the genesis, pathology, clinical features, presentation, syndromes, clinical examination, investigation procedures, treatment, prophylaxis, and surgery of common vertebral joint problems.New edition of a highly successful, widely acclaimed book
Completely updated to take account of recent developments in research and practice
The Gray's Anatomy" of spinal musculoskeletal pain - now the essential reference for all involved in the treatment of vertebral conditions
The only single book to offer a comprehensive survey of the whole field
Covers the genesis, pathology, clinical features, presentation, syndromes, clinical examination, investigation procedures, treatment, prophylaxis, and surgery of common vertebral joint problems
Gives the reader a thoughtful and critical digest of more than 2500 references - two-thirds of theseSuperbly illustrated: 412 photographs and 206 line illustrations"
Completely updated to take account of recent developments in research and practice
The Gray's Anatomy" of spinal musculoskeletal pain - now the essential reference for all involved in the treatment of vertebral conditions
The only single book to offer a comprehensive survey of the whole field
Covers the genesis, pathology, clinical features, presentation, syndromes, clinical examination, investigation procedures, treatment, prophylaxis, and surgery of common vertebral joint problems
Gives the reader a thoughtful and critical digest of more than 2500 references - two-thirds of theseSuperbly illustrated: 412 photographs and 206 line illustrations"
More details
Edition
2nd edition
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Elsevier Health Sciences
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Physiotherapists, chiropractors, oesteopaths, orthopaedic surgeons
Illustrations
618 ills.; Illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 279 mm
Width: 222 mm
Weight
1960 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-443-03365-0 (9780443033650)
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Schweitzer Classification
Content
1. Applied anatomy - regional
Upper CervicalCervicalTemporomandibular jointCervicotheracicThoracic spine and ribsLumbarPelvic joitnsSurface anatomy
2. Applied anatomy - general
Articular cartilageSynovial joint lubricationFibrous connective tissuesMuscleVertebral movementThe lumbar mechanism Intervertebral foramenBiomechanics of spinal cord and meningesVenous drainageAutonomic nervous systemPatterns of somatic nerve root supply
3. Aetiology in general terms
4. Incidence
GeneralSegmental
5. Pathological changes - general
Synovial joitnsVertebral body jointsNerve root involvement Soft tissuesNeoplasms
6. Pathological changes - combined regional
Upper cervicalCervicalCervicothoracicThoracicLumbarSphincter disturbancePelvisSerious pathology simulating musculoskeletal pain
7. Clinical features
Neurological changesPain and tendernessAutonomic nervous system in vertebral pain syndromesReferred painAbnormalities of feeling Changes in muscle and soft tissueDeformityFunctional disablementPsychological aspects
8. Common patterns of clinical presentation
Arthrosis and spondylosisUpper cervicalTemporomandibular jointCervicalCervicothoracicClavicular jointsThoracic and rib jointsLumbar spine and pelvisPelvic arthropathyDrug-induced joint and muscle painsNeoplasms
9. Examination
IntroductionHistoryObservationPhysical testsSpecial testsPalpationRegional examination procedures Temporomandibular jointNeck and forequarterShoulderShoulder girdleThoracic regionBack and hindquarterSacroiliac jointHip jointPassive physiological-movement testsStructural and neural interdependence
10. Investigation procedures
11. Principles of treatment
AimsManipulation in general terms Passive movement - definitionsTechniques1. Massage2. Maintenance movements3. Mobilisation - regional, localised, limb girdles4. Manipulation - regional, localised5. Correction of listing6. Stretching7. Traction - manual and mechanical8. Recording passive movement treatment: clinical methodManually assisted or manually resisted movements1. Self-correction of listing2.Post-isometric relaxation3. Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitationActive Movements1.Exercises for strength and mobility2. Autrotraction3. Soft-tissue stretching
12. Indications
13. Contraindications
14. Supports and appliances and adjunct physical treatments
15. Medication and alternative methods of pain relief
16. Prophylaxis
17. Invasive procedures
MinorMajor
Index
Upper CervicalCervicalTemporomandibular jointCervicotheracicThoracic spine and ribsLumbarPelvic joitnsSurface anatomy
2. Applied anatomy - general
Articular cartilageSynovial joint lubricationFibrous connective tissuesMuscleVertebral movementThe lumbar mechanism Intervertebral foramenBiomechanics of spinal cord and meningesVenous drainageAutonomic nervous systemPatterns of somatic nerve root supply
3. Aetiology in general terms
4. Incidence
GeneralSegmental
5. Pathological changes - general
Synovial joitnsVertebral body jointsNerve root involvement Soft tissuesNeoplasms
6. Pathological changes - combined regional
Upper cervicalCervicalCervicothoracicThoracicLumbarSphincter disturbancePelvisSerious pathology simulating musculoskeletal pain
7. Clinical features
Neurological changesPain and tendernessAutonomic nervous system in vertebral pain syndromesReferred painAbnormalities of feeling Changes in muscle and soft tissueDeformityFunctional disablementPsychological aspects
8. Common patterns of clinical presentation
Arthrosis and spondylosisUpper cervicalTemporomandibular jointCervicalCervicothoracicClavicular jointsThoracic and rib jointsLumbar spine and pelvisPelvic arthropathyDrug-induced joint and muscle painsNeoplasms
9. Examination
IntroductionHistoryObservationPhysical testsSpecial testsPalpationRegional examination procedures Temporomandibular jointNeck and forequarterShoulderShoulder girdleThoracic regionBack and hindquarterSacroiliac jointHip jointPassive physiological-movement testsStructural and neural interdependence
10. Investigation procedures
11. Principles of treatment
AimsManipulation in general terms Passive movement - definitionsTechniques1. Massage2. Maintenance movements3. Mobilisation - regional, localised, limb girdles4. Manipulation - regional, localised5. Correction of listing6. Stretching7. Traction - manual and mechanical8. Recording passive movement treatment: clinical methodManually assisted or manually resisted movements1. Self-correction of listing2.Post-isometric relaxation3. Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitationActive Movements1.Exercises for strength and mobility2. Autrotraction3. Soft-tissue stretching
12. Indications
13. Contraindications
14. Supports and appliances and adjunct physical treatments
15. Medication and alternative methods of pain relief
16. Prophylaxis
17. Invasive procedures
MinorMajor
Index