Book description
From the authors of the bestselling Spine Surgery: Tricks of the Trade,
here is the concise how-to guide on conducting diagnostic spine exams.
The text begins with a thorough review of the fundamentals, including
basic anatomy and neurology, and goes on to systematically outline tests
for the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine. It is an ideal resource
for both beginners and practicing physicians. Key features include:
Nearly 200 line drawings that illustrate motor, sensory, reflex, and
range-of-motion exams
Includes special tests for scoliosis and other spine disorders to
expand your scope of diagnostic procedures
Succinct and easy-to-understand descriptions for easy mastery of concepts
Well-organized by cervical, thoracic, and lumbosacral sections to
streamline localization of specific exams
This straightforward pictorial aid is the perfect companion for spine
surgeons, orthopedists, chiropractors, and neurosurgeons, as well as an
ideal orientation for residents. From critical anatomy to step-by-step
instructional guidelines, it will enhance your examination skills and
refresh your understanding of the frequently performed spinal test.
"A beautifully illustrated review...each procedure is described in
a straightforward manner with line drawings demonstrating the majority
of the techniques. As a review of how to perform a thorough neuromotor
screening examination and palpatory examination of the spine this text
excels. The authors...made the topic both simple and accessible."
--Journal of Orthopaedic Sports and Physical Therapy "High-quality
line drawings illustrating relevant points." --Physical Therapy
"Fills an important gap between the hsort simple aide memoire and
more voluminous texts that abound on examining the spine...Would be
useful for all musculoskeletal practitioners. A very easy book to follow
and the layout of the text is very clear and makes appropriate use of
over 200 line drawings providing further information on the test
procedures. [The book] provides quick useful information...provides an
easy reminder without having to wade through an enormous text. I do not
hesitate to recommend it." --The Journal of Orthopaedic Medicine
"This book treating the "fundamentals" of clinical
diagnosis is welcome. This is a very didatic review of all steps in the
clinical investigation of the spine. The clinical tests are nicely
illustrated with drawings. ...An ideal source of information for
beginners as well as practicing physicians in general practice,
physiotherapy, orthopaedic surgery, and neurosurgery." --Acta
Orthopaedica Belgica "Excellent description of each step of this
examination." --Journal of Neurosurgery Professor and Chairman,
Dept. of Orthopaedic Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University Medical
College and the Rothman Institute, Philadelphia, PA, USA Professor of
Orthopaedics and Neurosurgery, The Rothman Institute at Thomas Jefferson
University, Philadelphia, PA, USA
