Average Reviews:
(More customer reviews)Intially, I didn't like this book, but the more I learned in school, the more I can appreciate this book. It gives complete instructions on ortho testing. Includes all active, passive, resisted ROM's and many special test. Couldn't give this book 5 stars because too many special test are not included, but the exams for the joints are very involved. It is detailed and gives very thorough explanations and directions on testing every joint in the body. It starts with the cervical and works down to the phalanges. There's a section that describes conditions and abnormalites, and what symptoms the affected client/patient will most likely present with. There's a section on gait analysis. There's a section on common trigger point locations and referral patterns, broken down by specific structures. Much easier to locate than on Travell's chart. This books gives more than enough information for a Massage Therapist with a clinical modality. This book will help you be well prepared to work in any hospital or clinical setting as a Therapist. This is not a book for spa or relaxation wellness massages, unless you incorporate some clinical work into your spa massage.
I purchased this book used for very little money. Not sure, but I think the only difference in the newest edition is a chapter on TMJ disorders.
Click Here to see more reviews about: Musculoskeletal Examination
Musculoskeletal Examination is a user-friendly textbook designed for students, physical therapists and physicians. It is uniquely multidisciplinary in its approach, being written by a physiatrist, physical therapist and orthopedist. With tables and boxed features to emphasize and summarize key concepts, and 'sample examination' boxes to highlight and test difficult areas, it is ideal for teaching introductory courses yet detailed enough for professional reference within clinical practice. It includes an easy-to-follow examination process for all the joints and spine, as well as combining biomechanics with physical examination to enhance understanding of function.
This third edition includes more and better anatomy illustrations; over 850 illustrations, x-rays and MRIs are perfect as a quick reference guide, while the detailed descriptions and clinically relevant examples of frequently encountered conditions will help out even the most novice practitioner.
The chapter on basic science, the brief overview of anatomy, and the introductory remarks at the start of each chapter that provide a biomechanical overview of the region featured, all ensure Musculoskeletal Examination will help you gain the understanding necessary to make a correct diagnosis and determine a successful treatment plan for your patients.
Musculoskeletal Examination is ideal for physiotherapists, physiatrists, orthopedists, medical students, practitioners and all those involved in sports medicine and clinical massage.
Click here for more information about Musculoskeletal Examination
