About this product: This book is part of the Case Review series from Mosby, known for its excellent radiology titles. Over 350 spinal images--including MR, CT, plain film, and angiogram images--show a variety of diseases and conditions. The images, along with case questions, are presented on right-hand pages, and the answers and comments appear on the reverse sides. This makes a great review program for the boards. --Carolyn Lewis
About this product: As many as 80% of patients will suffer from back pain at some point in their lifetime. It is the most common form of disability, and the second largest cause of work absenteeism. An early, proactive management approach offers the best route to minimizing these conditions. Renowned authority Curtis W. Slipman, MD and a team of multidisciplinary authorities present you with expert guidance on today's best non-surgical management methods, equipping you with the knowledge you need to offer your patients optimal pain relief.
Refresh your knowledge of the basic principles that must be understood before patients with spinal pain can be properly treated.
Know what to do when first-line tests and therapies fail, using practice-proven diagnostic and therapeutic algorithms.
Offer your patients a full range of non-surgical treatment options, including pharmacology, physical therapy, injection techniques, ablative procedures, and percutaneous disc decompression.
Make an informed surgical referral with guidance on indications, contraindications, methods, and postoperative rehabilitation.
Better understand key techniques and procedures with visual guidance from more than 500 detailed illustrations.
Download all of the book's illustrations from the accompanying CD-ROM for use in electronic presentations.
About this product: Authored by two of the world's preeminent authorities in its field, this new book represents today's best single source of guidance on spinal diagnostic imaging! It presents more details for each diagnosis • more representative images • more case data • and more current references than any other reference tool. At the same time, its user-friendly format lets readers access all of this information remarkably quickly!
About this product: A hands-on, how-to approach helps you learn techniques and clinical problem-solving skills for treating spine and TMJ disorders! Written by a well-known authority on the subject of spinal manipulation in physical therapy, this book provides the information you need to make sound decisions during clinical interventions. An evidence-based impairment classification approach helps you provide the best outcomes for your patients. A companion DVD includes video clips demonstrating spinal examination and manipulation procedures. Specifically for physical therapists dedicated to spinal manipulation!
Complete coverage meets the core curriculum needs of physical therapy students, and provides an excellent self-study tool for clinicians wanting to enhance their practice.
Detailed information on treatment strategies and techniques includes evidence-based coverage of the examination and treatment of spine and TMJ disorders, with an emphasis on integration of manipulation and therapeutic exercise.
A framework for completing a comprehensive exam includes medical screening, patient interview, disability assessment, and tests and measures, along with an evaluation of the examination findings and the principles involved in arriving at a diagnosis and plan of care.
Narrated video clips on a companion DVD include step-by-step instructions of each procedure, plus a unique 3-dimensional perspective of over 80 spinal manipulations and procedures (frontal, lateral, and cranial views).
A DVD icon in the book links the text discussion to the DVD.
Case studies demonstrate the clinical reasoning used in manual physical therapy.
Guide to Physical Therapist Practice terminology is used throughout the book, making the content easier to understand and promoting conformity in terminology.
Clear photographs show essential concepts and procedures from multiple angles, illustrating hand and body placement and direction of force.
A clear, consistent format makes this a convenient reference in the clinical setting.
Lay-flat binding allows the text to lay open for ease of use.
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About this product: A foundation textbook for those requiring an understanding of the structure and biomechanics of the lumbar spine and sacrum. The book aims to bring together in one source all of the elements of anatomy and biomechanics which are clinically relevant to the study of lumbar spinal pain. The text has been designed and presented in a format which makes it suitable for use by physiotherapists, occupational therapists, manual therapists and post graduate medical students in fields concerned with the management and prevention of back pain and related conditions such as rheumatology, orthopaedics, occupational medicine, ergonomics' rehabilitation. * Follows a clear and logical structure * Makes the link between the pure anatomy and the clinical problems encountered by practitioners * Only gives the details required for effective and safe clinical practice - everything in it is relevant to practice * Text well supported with clear and easy to understand line drawings * Written by an internationally known and respected expert in the fields of both clinical anatomy and back pain * Fully reference and evidence based
About this product: This one-of-a-kind text describes the specific anatomy and neuromusculoskeletal relationships of the human spine, with special emphasis on structures affected by manual spinal techniques. A comprehensive review of the literature explores current research of spinal anatomy and neuroanatomy, bringing practical applications to basic science. * A full chapter on surface anatomy includes tables for identifying vertebral levels of deeper anatomic structures, designed to assist with physical diagnosis and treatment of pathologies of the spine, as well as evaluation of MRI and CT scans. * High-quality, full-color illustrations show fine anatomic detail. * Red lines in the margins draw attention to items of clinical relevance, clearly relating anatomy to clinical care. * Spinal dissection photographs, as well as MRIs and CTs, reinforce important anatomy concepts in a clinical context.
About this product: The Pocket Spine, edited by Camden Whitaker, MD, and Stephen H. Hochschuler, MD, is destined to become a favorite resource with all students of spine surgery, whether residents in training or experienced practitioners. It is small enough to fit in a lab coat but still provides comprehensive information on a wide spectrum of spinal conditions encountered in the clinical setting.
Divided into 11 chapters, this book has been carefully organized and delivers information in an easy-to-read format. Each chapter outlines the presentation, evaluation, and nonoperative and operative treatment options for different spine pathologies from the cervical to the lumbar spine. Illustrations as well as charts and tables are included for quick reference to important data fields.
The spine surgeon will find this book a quick reference in daily practice. Medical students, residents, fellows, young practitioners, and other spinal allied health professionals will value it as a straightforward diagnosis and treatment guide. Put this book in your pocket and you'll find a wealth of information at your fingertips!
About this product: Now in its fifth edition, this classic Kaltenborn text focuses on basic evaluation and manual mobilization with an emphasis on biomechanical principles. Each technique is clearly illustrated showing patient positioning, stabilization, and therapist hand placement.
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