Human Tendons
Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology
Published on 1. January 1997
Book
Hardback
583 pages
978-0-87322-484-0 (ISBN)
Description
Focuses on the macroscopic and microscopic anatomy, physiology and pathology of human tendons. Topics covered in the text include: construction, function, metabolism and biomechanics; embryonal and postnatal development; pathologies and anomalies; effects of physical activity, immobilization, rehabilitation and ageing; history of tenotomy; injuries, disorders and diseases; diagnostic and treatment principles; healing, transplants and regeneration.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Champaign
United States
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Illustrations
386 photographs, 82 illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 298 mm
Width: 229 mm
Thickness: 38 mm
Weight
2223 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-87322-484-0 (9780873224840)
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Schweitzer Classification
Content
Tendon anatomy and physiology; biomechanics and development; tendon injuries; tendons disorders and other diseases; diagnostic and treatment facilities in tendon problems and healing.