Musculoskeletal Examination

Musculoskeletal Examination is a user-friendly textbook on the techniques of physical examination. Written by a physiatrist, orthopedic surgeon, and physical therapist, it has a uniquely multidisciplinary approach. Musculoskeletal Examination covers the complete basic examination and basic principles of normal and abnormal musculoskeletal function are fully explained, leading you to the correct differential diagnosis. The new fourth edition is now in full colour throughout and includes over 750 detailed illustrations, X-rays and MRIs, and more than 100 photographs showing examination techniques. It also includes a companion website at wiley.com/go/musculoskeletalexam featuring 107 MCQs and links to videos demonstrating key examination methods.Musculoskeletal Examination is perfect as a quick reference guide, while the detailed descriptions and clinically relevant examples of frequently encountered conditions will help even the most novice practitioner gain the understanding necessary to make a correct diagnosis and determine a successful treatment plan. It is ideal for physical therapists, physiatrists, orthopedists, medical students, practitioners, and all those involved in sports medicine and clinical massage.

Musculoskeletal Examination is a user-friendly textbook on the techniques of physical examination. Written by a physiatrist, orthopedic surgeon, and physical therapist, it has a uniquely multidisciplinary approach. Musculoskeletal Examination covers the complete basic examination and basic principles of normal and abnormal musculoskeletal function are fully explained, leading you to the correct differential diagnosis.The new fourth edition is now in full colour throughout and includes over 750 detailed illustrations, X-rays and MRIs, and more than 100 photographs showing examination techniques. It also includes a companion website at wiley.com/go/musculoskeletalexam featuring 107 MCQs and links to videos demonstrating key examination methods.Musculoskeletal Examination is perfect as a quick reference guide, while the detailed descriptions and clinically relevant examples of frequently encountered conditions will help even the most novice practitioner gain the understanding necessary to make a correct diagnosis and determine a successful treatment plan. It is ideal for physical therapists, physiatrists, orthopedists, medical students, practitioners, and all those involved in sports medicine and clinical massage.

How to Use This Book viAcknowledgments viiAbout the Companion Website viii1 Introduction 12 Basic Concepts of Physical Examination 143 Overview of the Spine and Pelvis 314 The Cervical Spine and Thoracic Spine 345 The Temporomandibular Joint 816 The Lumbosacral Spine 947 Overview of the Upper Extremity 1368 The Shoulder 1389 The Elbow 19510 The Wrist and Hand 22911 The Hip 28612 The Knee 32713 The Ankle and Foot 36914 Gait 420Appendices 432Bibliography 435Index 439