Management of Common Musculoskeletal Disorders
Author | : Darlene Hertling |
Publisher | : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins |
Total Pages | : 1136 |
Release | : 2006 |
ISBN-10 | : 0781736269 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780781736268 |
Rating | : 4/5 (268 Downloads) |
Download or read book Management of Common Musculoskeletal Disorders written by Darlene Hertling and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2006 with total page 1136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The fundamental textbook of orthopedic physical therapy is now in its thoroughly updated Fourth Edition. This new edition presents a "how-to" approach focusing on the foundations of manual therapy. More than 1,200 illustrations and photographs demonstrate therapeutic techniques. Extensive references cite key articles, emphasizing the latest research. Reflecting current practice standards, this edition places greater emphasis on joint stabilization techniques and the role of exercise. Coverage includes new material on soft tissue manipulations and myofascial evaluation. This edition also features case studies covering real-life practice scenarios.