Neuromusculoskeletal Clinical Tests, A Clinician's Guide

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 in the Guide.

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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

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