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This clinical guide collects examination techniques, classification systems, differential diagnoses, treatment options, and rehabilitation protocols for common non-operative and post-operative musculoskeletal problems. The 50 contributions are arranged into ten chapters by anatomic region, and are accompanied by black and white photographs. The second edition adds a entire chapter on sports injuries, such as groin strain and aquatic therapy.Copyright © 2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR


Book Description
The 2nd Edition of this respected reference continues to provide state-of-the-art, practical guidance on the evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of patients with orthopaedic problems. Organized by anatomic region, this resource covers everything from initial examination and differential diagnosis...through treatment and postoperative rehabilitation. Its user-friendly organization offers fast access to protocols developed by internationally recognized othopaedists as well as physical and occupational therapists.


Book Info
Texas A&M Univ., College Station, TX. Text provides a comprehensive guide to the rehabilitation of non-operative and post-operative musculoskeletal problems. Features step-by-step protocols, evaluations, treatments, algorithms and effective techniques. Previous edition: c1996. DNLM: Orthopedics--methods.


About the Author
Steven B. Brotzman, MD, Assistant Professor, Texas A&M System Health Science Center Adjunct Professor, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi, Department of Kinesiology, Division 1 Team Physician, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi, Corpus Christi, TX

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