Orthopedic Physical Assessment by David J. Magee

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Newly updated, this full-color resource offers a systematic approach to performing a neuromusculoskeletal assessment with rationales for various aspects of the assessment. This comprehensive text covers every joint of the body, head and face, gait, posture, emergency care, the principles of assessment, and preparticipation evaluation. The latest edition of this core text is the essential cornerstone in the new four-volume musculoskeletal rehabilitation series.

• Thorough, evidence-based content provides the information and detail you need to select the best diagnostic tests.
• Extensively updated information incorporates the latest research and most current practices.
• Case Studies help you apply what you learn from the book to real life situations.
• Tables and boxes throughout the text organize and summarize important information and highlight key points.
• Chapter Summaries review the assessment procedures for each chapter to help you find important information quickly.
• Case Histories in each chapter demonstrate assessment skills to help you apply them in practice.

• Reliability and validity of tests and techniques included throughout help you choose assessment methods supported by current evidence.
• A new full-color design clearly demonstrates assessment methods, a variety of tests, and causes of pathology.
• A Companion CD-ROM with all of the references from the text linked to MedLine abstracts reinforces concepts from the book.
• Primary Care Assessment chapter includes the latest information on the constantly evolving state of physical therapy practice.
• Includes the most current information on the assessment of the cervical spine,hip, posture, and foot and ankle to keep you up to date on current methods of practice.

Daniel J. Cipriani

This book provides a comprehensive overview of the various assessment tools used for the evaluation of the orthopedic patient. Now in its third edition, it contains some very important changes from the previous editions, namely greater organization of the evaluation process, additional photographs, and additional charts to guide the reader during an orthopedic assessment. The primary objective is to provide the reader with a systematic approach to the performance of a neuromuscular assessment and to understand the reasons behind the many different aspects of the assessment. The book is intended for the practicing clinician in an outpatient setting, including physical therapists, athletic trainers, physician assistants, and primary care physicians. The organization of the text also makes it ideal for students in these disciplines, providing adequate explanations for procedures, as well as guidance for the musculoskeletal evaluation process. Several features have been included in this third edition, making it much better organized and more comprehensive. The more common assessment tools are highlighted to better direct the reader. Tables have been added to assist in clinical reasoning. Functional evaluation tools are again provided, along with additional photographs to support the text. Finally, a chapter focusing on pre-participation screening has been included. This textbook will make an excellent addition to the shelf of practicing clinicians involved in orthopedic practice. The improved organizational structure also makes it better suited for students in physical therapy, athletic training, and physician assistant programs. It is very comprehensive, covering all regionaltopics as well as neuromuscular screening, neurotension testing, and functional assessment as they pertain to the orthopedic patient. The author should be commended for a wonderful new edition to an already effective textbook.

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Reviewer:Daniel J. Cipriani, MEd, PT (Medical College of Ohio School of Allied Health)
Description:This book provides a comprehensive overview of the various assessment tools used for the evaluation of the orthopedic patient. Now in its third edition, it contains some very important changes from the previous editions, namely greater organization of the evaluation process, additional photographs, and additional charts to guide the reader during an orthopedic assessment.
Purpose:The primary objective is to provide the reader with a systematic approach to the performance of a neuromuscular assessment and to understand the reasons behind the many different aspects of the assessment.
Audience:The book is intended for the practicing clinician in an outpatient setting, including physical therapists, athletic trainers, physician assistants, and primary care physicians. The organization of the text also makes it ideal for students in these disciplines, providing adequate explanations for procedures, as well as guidance for the musculoskeletal evaluation process.
Features:Several features have been included in this third edition, making it much better organized and more comprehensive. The more common assessment tools are highlighted to better direct the reader. Tables have been added to assist in clinical reasoning. Functional evaluation tools are again provided, along with additional photographs to support the text. Finally, a chapter focusing on pre-participation screening has been included.
Assessment:This textbook will make an excellent addition to the shelf of practicing clinicians involved in orthopedicpractice. The improved organizational structure also makes it better suited for students in physical therapy, athletic training, and physician assistant programs. It is very comprehensive, covering all regional topics as well as neuromuscular screening, neurotension testing, and functional assessment as they pertain to the orthopedic patient. The author should be commended for a wonderful new edition to an already effective textbook.

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