Medical Orthopedics: Conservative Management of Musculoskeletal Impairments

This text is intended as a primer for the medical clinician and uses a systematic approach to the conservative management of orthopedics. In 13 chapters it covers over 100 conditions or impairments for all joints and spine and addresses the function of activities of daily living and the related individual performance. The hallmark effort is to help physicians recognize the abnormal function. Illustrations are integrated to present anatomical function. The appropriate history and physical examination supplemented with radiologic diagnostic procedures aid in the diagnosis. Treatment modalities are then discussed in terms of restoring function. Two chapters are dedicated to pain including reflex sympathetic dystrophy. Functional and clinical information correlates with anatomical material that offers analyses of everyday activities and associated movements and information on nerve lesions. Features and Benefits Helps clinicians recognize and effectively treat problems that respond to non-surgical interventions Contains thirteen chapters which encompass every aspect of the musculoskeletal system including impairments for all joints and the spine Outlines a systematic approach to conservative orthopedic management Addresses the impairments encountered most frequently in primary care practice Discusses how to improve function for specific problems while decreasing pain and impairment Contains more than 90 visual aids and clear illustrations Devotes two chapters to pain including reflex sympathetic dystrophy an area often neglected in the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal impairments