Description
Book SynopsisThis concise and practical book provides an overview of neuromuscular disorders in clinical practice. Diagnostic approaches are covered along with patient management strategies in an easy-to-understand and introductory framework. Filling a significant gap in the literature, this resource delivers essential information for neurology trainees and practitioners, as well as anyone interested in learning the fundamentals of this important medical subspecialty.
Trade Review“The purpose is to provide a basis for both approaching and understanding neuromuscular diseases. … This book is written in a very approachable manner to be accessible to neurologists in training, practicing general neurologists, or even physicians and providers in other areas of medicine … . Chapters are clearly and concisely written with color illustrations including pathology slides, neuroimaging examples, diagrams, and tables.” (Smita Gupta, Doody's Book Reviews, September, 2018)
Table of ContentsChapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 2 Diseases of Muscle
Chapter 3 Disorders of Neuromuscular Transmission
Chapter 4 Motor Neuron Disorders
Chapter 5 Diseases of Nerve
Chapter 6 The Diagnostic Approach to the Hypotonic and Weak Infant
Chapter 7 Rehabilitation Therapists’ Role in Management of Neuromuscular Disease
Chapter 8 Electrodiagnostic Testing
Chapter 9 Ventilatory Management in Neuromuscular Disease
Chapter 10 Genetic Testing in Neuromuscular Disease
