Orthopaedic Manual Therapy Diagnosis: Spine and Temporomandibular Joints (Contemporary Issues in Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Medicine)

Orthopaedic Manual Therapy Diagnosis is a comprehensive and easily-accessible compendium of theory and technique related to orthopaedic manual therapy (OMT). This essential resource covers key topics such as spinal anatomy, biomechanics, arthrology, general functional aspects of the spine, definitions, theories, and examination. This text combines a comprehensive discussion of both the pathophysiologic rationale and the applied evidence base with regard to OMT diagnosis. It demonstrates numerous diagnostic techniques used in the clinical practice of manual medicine. Providing an up-to-date analysis of spinal examination, this is an ideal textbook for courses in OMT. It also serves as a reference for all manual medicine practitioners including physical therapists, chiropractors, osteopaths, and medical physicians

Orthopaedic Manual Therapy Diagnosis is a comprehensive and easily-accessible compendium of theory and technique related to orthopaedic manual therapy (OMT). This essential resource covers key topics such as spinal anatomy, biomechanics, arthrology, general functional aspects of the spine, definitions, theories, and examination. This text combines a comprehensive discussion of both the pathophysiologic rationale and the applied evidence base with regard to OMT diagnosis. It demonstrates numerous diagnostic techniques used in the clinical practice of manual medicine.

Providing an up-to-date analysis of spinal examination, this is an ideal textbook for courses in OMT. It also serves as a reference for all manual medicine practitioners including physical therapists, chiropractors, osteopaths, and medical physicians.

Introduction to spinal anatomy Introduction to applied biomechanics Function and dysfunction of the spine Terminology and theories Introduction to test psychometric properties Examination History and examination : general structure and special considerations Neurological and neurovascular examination Psychological aspects Supplementary data, diagnosis, and treatment planning History and examination : practical considerations Palpatory examination Active examination Examination of the pelvic region Examination of the lumbar spine Examination of the thoracic spine Examination of the lower and mid-cervical spine Examination of the upper cervical spine Examination of the temporomandibular joints.