Musculoskeletal assessment - joint range of motion and manual muscle streng

Häftad bok. Lippincott Williams And Wilkin. 1999. 448 sidor.

Hyggligt skick. ///Förlagets beskrivning: JOINT RANGE OF MOTION AND MANUAL MUSCLE STRENGTH. SECOND EDITION. In a single volume, this text presents the principles and methodology of assessing both Joint range of motion (ROM)/goniometry and manual muscle strength for the head, neck, trunk, and extremities. Joint range of motion measurement is described using the universal goniometer, tape measure, and OB "Myrin" goniometer. Joint ROM and muscle strength evaluation are described with standard and alternate testing positions. FEATURES • More than 800 lavish photographs and illustrations clearly demonstrate patient and therapist positions and instrument placement. Surface anatomy and a detailed visual presentation of deep
anatomical structures are provided. • Functional applications of evaluation findings are related to self care. work. and leisure activities. • The specific function of the joint complex, ROM, and muscle work required for functional activities are documented to establish the patient's present functional status and to set appropriate treatment goals. NEW TO THIS EDITION: • Vertical format for easy handling •Second color in line art for enhanced clarity •200 new photographs and 16 new illustrations •Discussion on the validity and reliability of joint ROM measurement using the universal goniometer and manual muscle testing •Sections in Chapters 2-8 on the assessment and measurement of ROM and muscle length — with descriptions and illustrations of active ROM, assessment of end feels for each joint motion, and muscle length assessment •Final chapter relating assessment methods to selected treatment techniques •Appendix with description and use of the OB "Myrin" goniometer.