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Product Identifiers

PublisherDavis Company, F. A.

ISBN-10080364566X

ISBN-139780803645660

eBay Product ID (ePID)19038777273

Product Key Features

Number of Pages592 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication NameMeasurement of Joint Motion : a Guide to Goniometry

Publication Year2016

SubjectAllied Health Services / Occupational Therapy, Physiology, Allied Health Services / Physical Therapy

TypeTextbook

Subject AreaMedical

AuthorCynthia C. Norkin, D. Joyce White

FormatSpiral

Dimensions

Item Height1 in

Item Weight2.9 Oz

Item Length11 in

Item Width9.2 in

Additional Product Features

Edition Number5

Intended AudienceCollege Audience

LCCN2016-026126

Dewey Edition23

IllustratedYes

Dewey Decimal612.7/5

Table Of ContentI. Introduction to Goniometry 1. Basic Concepts 2. Procedures 3. Validity and Reliability II. Upper Extremity Testing 4. The Shoulder 5. The Elbow and Forearm 6. The Wrist 7. The Hand III. Lower Extremity Testing 8. The Hip 9. The Knee 10. The Ankle and Foot IV. Testing of the Spine and Temporomandibular Joint 11. The Cervical Spine 12. The Thoracic and Lumbar Spine 13. The Temporomandibular Joint Appendices A. Normative Range of Motion Values B. Summary Guides for Measuring Range of Motion C. Joint Measurements by Body Position D. Numerical Recording Forms

Edition DescriptionRevised edition,New Edition

SynopsisLarge, easy-to-interpret photographs and crisp, detailed illustrations that clearly show... Landmarks for goniometer alignment Range-of-motion procedures with and without the goniometer Muscle-length testing procedures Range-of-motion and normative value boxes in each chapter Coverage of bubble inclinometers and therabites Detailed descriptions of normal end-feel patterns Laboratory exercises and examples throughout, Measure joint range of motion with the manual that set the standard. Here is all of the guidance you need to identify impairments successfully and assess rehabilitation status effectively. Thoroughly updated and revised to reflect today's most current and complete research, the 5th Edition of this classic book retains the unique features that have set this manual apart as the reference of choice. For each measurable joint in the body, you'll find a consistent, easy-to-follow format and exceptional photographs that depict range of motion and alignment, making it easy for you to visualize the examination and technique for each joint motion and muscle length test. See what students are saying online about the previous edition... Great book "This book is a great guide to goniometry. I especially love the Appendix that has all the normal values. It's a must have for anyone starting out in physical therapy." Measurements made easy "This book is helpful because there are actual photographs that show you how to measure various ROM's. No confusing drawings. just pictures. So helpful. They also do a great job of summarizing the most important tips for each joint (i.e. normal ROM's, where to place the goni, etc.)", Provides all of the guidance you need to identify impairments successfully and assess rehabilitation status effectively. Thoroughly updated and revised to reflect today's most current and complete research, the fifth edition of this classic book retains the unique features that have set this manual apart as the reference of choice.

LC Classification NumberRD734