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Musculoskeletal Manual Medicine: Diagnosis And Therapy
Author(s): Jiri Dvorak (Author), M.D. Dvorak, Vaclav (Author), Wolfgang Gilliar (Author), Werner Schneider (Author), Hans Spring (Author)
- Publisher: Thieme Medical Pub
- Publication Date: 20 Feb. 2008
- Edition: 1st
- Language: English
- Print length: 788 pages
- ISBN-10: 1588902439
- ISBN-13: 9781588902436
Book Description
While the particular examination and related treatment techniques are described in detail, the layout facilitates both a quick overview and sufficient detail, when needed. The accompanying text describes and correlates possible pathologic findings. Other chapters cover the history of manual medicine, examination and treatment principles, and the application of biomechanics and muscle physiology to the various non-surgical hands-on approaches, including myofascial trigger point treatment Emphasis is given to anatomical descriptions of muscles and their palpatory assessment as well as techniques to treat shortened muscles. The concept of muscle imbalance is presented.
Relationships between pain and specific variables are juxtaposed and graphically represented. Rational treatment approaches are described, ranging from “wait-and-see” recommendations to further medical work-up and indications for surgery. Specific musculoskeletal disorders are reviewed in detail.
Musculoskeletal Manual Medicine will be indispensable to professionals who treat the person with acute and chronic musculoskeletal problems, providing access to the broadest possible armamentarium based on today’s knowledge and insights.
Editorial Reviews
From the Back Cover
Written by the authors of the popular Manual Medicine: Diagnostics and Manual Medicine: Therapy, this book is a comprehensive guide to integrating manual medicine into the diagnosis and clinical management of musculoskeletal disorders and pain syndromes. Brimming with instructive images and illustrations, the book provides a solid foundation in general principles of manual medicine, spinal biomechanics, neurophysiology, as well as treatments for each disorder and condition. Separate sections on the spine, limbs, and muscles present clinical applications for structural diagnosis and functional treatment.
Highlights:
- Practical examples of evidence-based approaches to manual medicine
- 1,313 illustrations and photographs of superb quality that rapidly demonstrate key concepts
- Coverage of the essentials of the neuro-musculoskeletal examination with step-by-step descriptions of the techniques for observation, palpation, motion tests, functional examination, and provocative tests, including quick screening tests
- Chapter on the various components of nonradicular pain syndromes, including muscle pain syndromes, with clear diagnostic criteria for distinguishing the non-radicular and soft-tissue pain syndromes from other pain syndromes
- Succinct descriptions of common clinical neuro-orthopedic disorders and syndromes of the spine, upper limb, and lower limb in tabular format – ideal for rapid reference and review
- Discussion of the rationale for selecting particular low-risk treatment interventions, as well as a thorough discussion of indications and contraindications for patients with potentially increased risk
- Discussion of important considerations for documentation, informed consent, patient monitoring, and follow-up measures
- Practical section with descriptions of exercises for patients to do on their own
- Potential considerations for future research
This book will serve as the definitive reference for all practitioners involved in the diagnosis and medical management of locomotor disorders and painful conditions. It will enable clinicians to enhance their diagnostic and treatment armamentarium by incorporating manual medicine techniques based on the current, evidence-based knowledge of the interrelationships between structure and function.
