Joint Motion and Function Assessment

A Research-Based Practical Guide

Hazel M. Clarkson (Autor)

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288 Seiten

2006
Lippincott Williams and Wilkins (Verlag)
978-0-7817-4061-6 (ISBN)

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A comprehensive view of the clinical evaluation and functional application of joint range of motion. This book offers coverage of discussions of different types of goniometers, alternate methods of assessment, the reliability and validity of other joint ROM tools, and contraindications and precautions.

This new resource is a comprehensive view of the clinical evaluation and functional application of joint range of motion. Coverage includes discussions of different types of goniometers, alternate methods of assessment, the reliability and validity of other joint ROM tools, and contraindications and precautions. This book also provides a complete review of surface anatomy and instruction on palpation technique and therapist posture and positioning when evaluating ROM.

Numerous illustrations depict the therapist's hand and goniometer positions in relation to deep anatomical structures. Case studies and practical examination forms are also included.

Principles and Methods
Head, Neck, and Trunk
Shoulder Complex
Elbow and Forearm
Wrist and Hand
Hip
Knee
Ankle and Foot
Relating Treatment to Assessment

Appendix A: Evaluation of AROM: Prime Movers and Accessory Muscles

Appendix B: OB "Myrin" Goniometry

Appendix C: Sample Numerical Recording Form: ROM Measurement

Appendix D: Sample Pictorial Recording Form: ROM Measurement

Appendix E: ROM Assessment Sequence: Standard Test Positions

Appendix F: Gait

Appendix G: Suggested Answers to Exercises and Questions

Index

Erscheint lt. Verlag	4.1.2006
Verlagsort	Philadelphia
Sprache	englisch
Maße	216 x 279 mm
Gewicht	953 g
Themenwelt	Medizin / Pharmazie ► Medizinische Fachgebiete ► Orthopädie
ISBN-10	0-7817-4061-4 / 0781740614
ISBN-13	978-0-7817-4061-6 / 9780781740616
Zustand	Neuware