Description
Book SynopsisA Clinical Guide to Surface Palpation, Second Edition, uses a simple step-by-step approach to explaining palpation techniques, which are organized by regions of the body. Anatomical overlays on photos and video clips help demonstrate proper execution of common clinical palpation techniques.
Table of ContentsChapter 1. Introduction to the Art and Science of Palpation
Definition of Palpation
Goals of Palpation
Psychomotor Skill of Palpation
Importance of Palpation as a Component of the Examination
Role of Anatomy in Palpation
Palpation of Different Structures
Body Mechanics
Conclusion
Review Questions
Chapter 2. Skull and Face
Functions of the Skull and Face
Bony Anatomy
Soft Tissue Anatomy
Neurovascular Anatomy
Structural Inspection
Palpation
Case Study
Review Questions
Chapter 3. Superficial Back and Shoulder Complex
Functions of the Shoulder Girdle Complex
Bony Anatomy
Soft Tissue Anatomy
Neurovascular Anatomy
Structural Inspection
Palpation
Case Study
Review Questions
Chapter 4. Pectoral and Axillary Regions
Functions of the Pectoral Region
Bony Anatomy
Soft Tissue Anatomy
Neurovascular Anatomy
Structural Inspection
Palpation
Case Study
Review Questions
Chapter 5. Elbow and Forearm
Functions of the Elbow and Forearm
Bony Anatomy
Soft Tissue Anatomy
Neurovascular Anatomy
Structural Inspection
Palpation
Case Study
Review Questions
Chapter 6. Wrist and Hand
Functions of the Wrist and Hand
Bony Anatomy
Soft Tissue Anatomy
Neurovascular Anatomy
Structural Inspection
Palpation
Case Study
Review Questions
Chapter 7. Cervical Spine and Thorax
Functions of the Cervical Spine, Thoracic Spine, and Rib Cage
Bony Anatomy
Soft Tissue Anatomy
Neurovascular Anatomy
Structural Inspection
Palpation
Case Study
Review Questions
Chapter 8. Lumbosacral Spine
Functions of the Lumbosacral Spine
Bony Anatomy
Soft Tissue Anatomy
Neurovascular Anatomy
Structural Inspection
Palpation
Case Study
Review Questions
Chapter 9. Abdomen and Pelvis
Functions of the Abdomen and Pelvis
Bony Anatomy
Soft Tissue Anatomy
Neurovascular Anatomy
Abdominal Visceral Anatomy
Pelvic Visceral Anatomy
Structural Inspection
Palpation
Case Study
Review Questions
Chapter 10. Hip and Groin Region
Functions of the Hip Joint
Bony Anatomy
Soft Tissue Anatomy
Neurovascular Anatomy
Structural Inspection
Palpation
Case Study
Review Questions
Chapter 11. Knee and Thigh
Functions of the Knee Joint
Bony Anatomy
Soft Tissue Anatomy
Neurovascular Anatomy
Structural Inspection
Palpation
Case Study
Review Questions
Chapter 12. Lower Leg, Ankle, and Foot
Functions of the Foot and Ankle Joints
Bony Anatomy
Soft Tissue Anatomy
Neurovascular Anatomy
Structural Inspection
Palpation
Case Study
Review Questions
