Neuromusculoskeletal Examination and Assessment
A Handbook for Therapists
Churchill Livingstone (Publisher)
2nd Edition
Published on 15. May 2001
Book
Paperback/Softback
392 pages
978-0-443-07061-7 (ISBN)
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Description
This is a logical, systematic working guide to the examination of the neuromusculoskeletal system. "Neuromusculoskeletal Examination and Assessment, 2nd Edition" brings together the examination and assessment of the structures involved: joints, nerve and muscle tissue. Each section follows the same logical, step by step sequence of illustrations and text. Eachjoint examination starts with a list of the possible causes of pain and limitation of movement that should be considered during the examination process. The book is designed for use by anyone requiring to identify and assess clinical problems in this area, whether student or practitioner.
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Edition
2nd Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Elsevier Health Sciences
Target group
College/higher education
Manual therapy all groups at student and junior practitioner levels i.e. physiotherapy, osteopathy, chiropractic, massage therapy, podiatry, occupational therapy, orthopaedic medicine.
Edition type
Revised edition
Illustrations
466 ills.
Dimensions
Height: 230 mm
Width: 184 mm
Thickness: 19 mm
Weight
840 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-443-07061-7 (9780443070617)
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Content
Introduction. Subjective examination. Physical examination. Musculoskeletal pain. Examination of the temporomandibular joint. Examination of the upper cervical spine. Examination of the cervicothoracic spine. Examination of the thoracic spine. Examination of the shoulder region. Examination of the elbow region. Examination of the wrist and hand. Examination of the lumbar spine. Examination of the pelvis. Examination of the hip region. Examination of the knee region. Examination of the foot and ankle. Epilogue.