Musculoskeletal Examination of the Spine: Making the Complex Simple

di Jeffrey Rihn (Autore)

Eric Harris (Autore)

Taylor & Francis Inc, 2011

The physical examination of the spine can be a complex topic for professionals with all levels of clinical experience. How can advance concepts be taught in a user-friendly, clear format, while still providing necessary information for effective diagnosis and treatment of the spine? Musculoskeletal Examination of the Spine: Making the Complex Simple by Drs. Jeffrey A. Rihn and Eric B. Harris answers these questions. Written by experts, this easy-to-carry book provides a thorough review of the most common pathologic spine conditions, techniques for diagnosis, as well as the appropriate treatment for each condition. Musculoskeletal Examination of the Spine: Making the Complex Simple contains clear photographic demonstrations, tables, and charts throughout its pages, allowing a thorough and concise examination of the spine. A Glance at some of what is covered inside:• Physical Examination o Basics and specific tests of the examination of the cervical and thoracolumbar spine • General Imaging o Basics of general imaging of the degenerative and traumatic injuries of the spine • Common Conditions o Cervical spondylosis, Lumbar disk herniation, Diskitis and vertebral osteomyelitis of the spine, and more Musculoskeletal Examination of the Spine: Making the Complex Simple contains essential information to successfully take a complex subject, and bring it to a level that will be welcomed by all orthopedic residents, attendings, physical therapists, athletic trainers, medical students in training, and other healthcare providers.

• Autore: Jeffrey Rihn, Eric Harris
• Editore: Taylor & Francis Inc
• Anno: 2011
• Rilegatura: Paperback / softback
• Pagine: 336 p.
• Dimensioni: 216 x 138 mm
• Peso: 580 gr.
• EAN: 9781556429965

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