Neuromusculoskeletal Clinical Tests
A Clinician's Guide
- 1st Edition - February 17, 2009
- Latest edition
- Authors: Richard Jasper Day, John Edward Fox, Graeme Paul-Taylor
- Language: English
NEUROMUSCULOSKELETAL CLINICAL TESTS: A CLINICIAN'S GUIDE is an essential tool for both students and clinicians working in the orthopaedic/musculoskeletal field. Recalling, applying… Read more
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Description
Description
NEUROMUSCULOSKELETAL CLINICAL TESTS: A CLINICIAN'S GUIDE is an essential tool for both students and clinicians working in the orthopaedic/musculoskeletal field. Recalling, applying and interpreting correctly the vast range of clinical tests is a difficult task for even the most experienced clinician. This exceptionally practical book provides a suitable selection of clinical tests, which can be used in either the academic or clinical setting. Consistently structured for easy referral, the text covering each test contains 3 sections – introduction, procedure and findings with interpretations – all backed up by detailed images. This clearly illustrates both the theoretical and practical information for every clinical test included.
Key features
Key features
- Highly illustrated with clear step-by-step guidance
- Places each clinical test in context
- Sensitivity and specificity values of particular tests
- A guide to understanding sensitivity and specificity
- Spiral-binding allows for easy, lie-flat reference
Table of contents
Table of contents
Preface
Acknowledgements
Sensitivity and Specificity
1 The Cervical and Thoracic Spine
2 The Shoulder
3 The Elbow
4 The Wrist and Hand
5 The Pelvis
6 The Hip
7 The Knee
8 The Ankle
9 Nerve Integrity
10 Neurodynamics
Index
Acknowledgements
Sensitivity and Specificity
1 The Cervical and Thoracic Spine
2 The Shoulder
3 The Elbow
4 The Wrist and Hand
5 The Pelvis
6 The Hip
7 The Knee
8 The Ankle
9 Nerve Integrity
10 Neurodynamics
Index
Product details
Product details
- Edition: 1
- Latest edition
- Published: February 19, 2009
- Language: English
About the authors
About the authors
RD
Richard Jasper Day
Affiliations and expertise
Lecturer, School of Healthcare Studies, Cardiff University, Cardiff, UKJF
John Edward Fox
Affiliations and expertise
Lecturer, School of Healthcare Studies, Cardiff University, Cardiff, UKGP
Graeme Paul-Taylor
Affiliations and expertise
Physiotherapy Practitioner, Cwm Taf NHS Trust, Prince Charles Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil, UK