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Author Lawry, George V.

Title Systematic musculoskeletal examinations / George V. Lawry.

Publication Info. New York : McGraw-Hill, [2012]
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 University of Saint Joseph: Pope Pius XII Library - Internet  WORLD WIDE WEB E-BOOK MCGRAW    Downloadable
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Description 1 online resource (288 pages) : color illustrations
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references and index.
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Contents Introduction -- The screening musculoskeletal examination -- The general musculoskeletal examination -- The regional musculoskeletal examination of the shoulder -- The regional musculoskeletal examination of the knee -- The regional musculoskeletal examination of the neck -- The regional musculoskeletal examination of the low back -- Suggested references.
Summary "A thorough introductory guide to the techniques of the musculoskeletal examination Systematic musculoskeletal examinations is a clear, step-by-step learning text and atlas designed to teach essential and foundational skills of musculoskeletal physical assessment. Utilizing concise, easy-to-follow text and hundreds of outstanding photographs, this is an important resource for students, residents in training, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and practicing physicians seeking an organized approach to performing practical, problem-focused musculoskeletal physical examinations. Systematic musculoskeletal examinations presents a 3-part learning system: 1. Screening musculoskeletal examination (SMSE): rapid assessment of structure and function 2. General musculoskeletal examination (GMSE): comprehensive assessment of joint inflammation and arthritis 3. Regional musculoskeletal examination (RMSE): focused assessments of structure and function combined with special testing of the shoulder, knee, and neck and low back. Each chapter is similarly organized to include: introduction, clinical utility and objectives; essential concepts and clinical history; overview and component parts of the examination; a practice checklist, and brief descriptions of common clinical problems. Superb photographs support the text and enhance the learning process"--Provided by publisher.
Subject Musculoskeletal system -- Examination -- Atlases.
Physical diagnosis -- Atlases.
Musculoskeletal system -- Examination. (OCoLC)fst01030028
Physical diagnosis. (OCoLC)fst01062373
Musculoskeletal Diseases -- diagnosis.
Genre/Form Atlases.
Subject Physical Examination -- methods.
Genre/Form Atlases. (OCoLC)fst01423875
Other Form: Print version: 9786613656421
Standard No. 9786613656421
ISBN 1280679492
9781280679490
9780071745215 (paperback; alk. paper)
0071745211 (paperback; alk. paper)
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