The fundamental textbook of orthopedic physical therapy is now in its thoroughly updated Fourth Edition. This new edition presents a 'how-to' approach focusing on the foundations of manual therapy. More than 1,200 illustrations and photographs demonstrate therapeutic techniques. Extensive references cite key articles, emphasizing the latest research.
Reflecting current practice standards, this edition places greater emphasis on joint stabilization techniques and the role of exercise. Coverage includes new material on soft tissue manipulations and myofascial evaluation. This edition also features case studies covering real-life practice scenarios.
Specs
Edition
4
ISBN/ISSN
9780781736268
Product Format
PB-Paperback
Pages
960
Illustration
1200
Table
0
Edition
4
Publication Date
October 3, 2005
Weight
4.65
Darlene Hertling BS, RPT
Seattle, WA
Features
--Joint Mobilization/manipulations of the spine and extremities with insights to many approaches rather than one approach --Practical overview of the most common seen pathology and the accompanying treatment possibilities for orthopedic patients --Consistent format and clear, logical presentation make it easy to locate important facts and assimilate information --Abundant illustrations and photographs highlight major therapeutic techniques --Extensive references cite key articles and emphasize the latest research --Chapter Outlines provide structure and identify important concepts
Table of contents
Part I: Basic Concepts and Techniques Chapter 1: Properties of Dense Connective Tissue Chapter 2: Wound Healing: Injury and Repair of Dense Connective Tissue Chapter 3: Arthrology Chapter 4: Chronic Pain Management in the Adult Chapter 5: Assessment of Musculoskeletal Disorders and Concepts of Management Chapter 6: Introduction to Manual Therapy Chapter 7: Myofascial Considerations and Evaluation in Somatic Dysfunction Chapter 8: Soft Tissue Manipulations Chapter 9: Relaxation and Related Techniques Chapter 10: Functional Exercise
Part II: Clinical Applications-Peripheral Joints Chapter 11: The Shoulder and Shoulder Girdle Chapter 12: The Elbow and Forearm Chapter 13: The Wrist and Hand Complex Chapter 14: The Hip Chapter 15: The Knee Chapter 16: The Lower Leg, Ankle and Foot Chapter 17: The Temporomandibular Joint
Part III: Clinical-The Spine Chapter 18: The Spine-General Structure and Biomechanical Considerations Chapter 19: The Cervical Spine Chapter 20: The Thoracic Spine Chapter 21: The Cervicothoracic-Upper Limb Scan Examination Chapter 22: The Lumbar Spine Chapter 23: The Sacroiliac Joint and the Lumbar-Pelvic-Hip-Complex Chapter 24: The Lumbosacral Joint and the Lumbar-Pelvic-Hip-Complex Chapter 25: Case Studies Appendix
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