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Book Synopsis

Orthopedic Clinical Examination With Web Resource provides readers with thorough evidence-based instruction in developing proficiency at performing systematic orthopedic evaluations.



Trade Review

“This is an excellent, comprehensive, evidence-based, orthopedic musculoskeletal clinical examination book. It provides more depth and breadth than any current orthopedic clinical examination books and is well organized and easy to follow. The accompanying online videos are detailed and easy to follow.

"The review of systems is very detailed and serves as a knowledge base for the rest of the book. The client interview and differential diagnosis sections are excellent. . . . The pictures and video demonstrations are well done and easy to understand and follow.

"This is an excellent and detailed guide to the orthopedic clinical examination. It is well written and comprehensive. There are many other orthopedic examination books available, but the strength of this one is the detailed coverage of each topic. The supplemental web resources with case studies and videos make it unique.”

—David M Nissenbaum, MPT, MA, LAT, OCS, PES (PRO Physical Therapy)

Five Stars, Doody’s Book Review



Table of Contents

Part I. Review of Anatomy Systems

Chapter 1. Musculoskeletal System

Gilbert M. Willett, PT, PhD, OCS, CSCS; Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

Bones

Joints

Skeletal Muscle and Connective Tissues

Conclusion

Chapter 2. Nervous System and Pain

Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS; Adriaan Louw, PT, PhD, CSMT

Structural Divisions of the Nervous System

Neuromuscular Control

Neurophysiology of Pain

Conclusion

Chapter 3. Tissue Injury and Healing

Mark F. Reinking, PT, PhD, SCS, ATC; Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

Tissue Healing

Muscle Injury

Tendon Injury

Ligament Injury

Bone Injury

Articular Cartilage Injury

Peripheral Nerve Injury

Conclusion

Part II. Concepts and Principles of Examination

Chapter 4. Evidence-Based Practice and Client Examination

Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

Evidence-Based Practice and Diagnostic Accuracy

Study Quality

Broad to Narrow or Funnel Examination Focus

Integration of Funnel Examination Approach

The Examination Continuum

Basic Principles of the Examination Process

Conclusion

Chapter 5. Client Interview and Observation

Jonathan Sylvain, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT; Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

Effective Communication in the Client Interview and History

Common Barriers to Effective Communication

Qualities of an Effective Interview

Standard Client Interview

Client Interviews Relative to Musculoskeletal Pain

Outcome Measurements

Observation

Clinical Reasoning

Conclusion

Chapter 6. Triage and Differential Diagnosis

Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

Triage Screening for Red and Yellow Flags

Diagnostic Imaging

Vital Signs

Differential Diagnosis and Medical Screening Examination

Treatment Based Classification

Conclusion

Chapter 7. Orthopedic Screening and Nervous System Examination

Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS; Adriaan Louw, PT, PhD, CSMT

Musculoskeletal Screening

Examination of the Physical Health of the Nervous System

Peripheral Nerve Examination

Conclusion

Chapter 8. Range of Motion Assessment

Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

Range of Motion and Flexibility

Goniometry

Qualitative Assessment of Motion

Conclusion

Chapter 9. Muscle Performance and Neuromuscular Control

Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

Components of Muscle Performance

Factors Affecting Muscle Performance

Clinical Measures of Muscle Performance

Conclusion

Chapter 10. Special Tests

Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

Examination Procedure

Diagnostic Application of Special Tests

Conclusion

Chapter 11. Palpation

B. James Massey, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT

Palpation Procedure

Palpation Components of the Musculoskeletal Examination

Abdominal Palpation

Pulse Palpation

Bony Landmark Palpation

Joint Motion

Conclusion

Chapter 12. Physical Performance Measures

Robert J. Butler, PT, DPT, PhD

Overview of Testing Hierarchy

Single Body-Weight Physical Performance Measures

Single Body-Weight Loading

Single Body-Weight Loading and Momentum

Agility

Aerobic Capacity

Upper Extremity

General Core Stabilization

Conclusion

Chapter 13. Gait

Janice K. Loudon, PT, PhD, SCS, ATC

Walking Gait

Running Gait

Biomechanical Analysis of Walking and Running

Conclusion

Chapter 14. Posture

Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

Body Type

Optimal Standing Posture

Other Posture Positions

Abnormal Postures

Dynamic Posture

Palpation Assessment of Thoracic Posture

Conclusion

Part III. Examination of the Head and Spine

Chapter 15. Face and Head

Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

Clinically Applied Anatomy

Client Interview

Observation

Triage and Screening

Motion Tests

Muscle Performance Testing

Special Tests

Palpation

Physical Performance Measures

Common Orthopedic Conditions of the Face and Head

Conclusion

Chapter 16. Temporomandibular Joint

Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

Clinically Applied Anatomy

Client Interview

Observation

Triage and Screening

Motion Tests

Muscle Performance Testing

Special Tests

Palpation

Physical Performance Measures

Common Orthopedic Conditions of the Temporomandibular Joint

Conclusion

Chapter 17. Cervical Spine

Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

Clinically Applied Anatomy

Client Interview

Observation

Triage and Screening

Motion Tests

Muscle Performance Testing

Special Tests

Palpation

Physical Performance Measures

Common Orthopedic Conditions of the Cervical Spine

Conclusion

Chapter 18. Thoracic Spine

Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

Clinically Applied Anatomy

Client Interview

Observation

Triage and Screening

Motion Tests

Muscle Performance Testing

Special Tests

Palpation

Physical Performance Measures

Common Orthopedic Conditions of the Thoracic Spine

Conclusion

Chapter 19. Lumbar Spine

Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

Clinically Applied Anatomy

Client Interview

Observation

Triage and Screening

Motion Tests

Muscle Performance Testing

Special Tests

Palpation

Physical Performance Measures

Common Orthopedic Conditions of the Lumbar Spine

Conclusion

Chapter 20. Sacroiliac Joint and Pelvic Girdle

Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

Clinically Applied Anatomy

Client Interview

Observation

Triage and Screening

Motion Tests

Muscle Performance Testing

Special Tests

Palpation

Physical Performance Measures

Common Orthopedic Conditions of the Sacroiliac Joint and Pelvic Girdle

Conclusion

Part IV. Examination of the Extremities

Chapter 21. Shoulder

Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS; Christopher Fiander, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS

Clinically Applied Anatomy

Client Interview

Observation

Triage and Screening

Motion Tests

Muscle Performance Testing

Special Tests

Palpation

Physical Performance Measures

Common Orthopedic Conditions of the Shoulder Joint

Conclusion

Chapter 22. Elbow and Forearm

Dawn Driesner Kennedy, PT, DPT, OCS, COMT, FAAOMPT; Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

Clinically Applied Anatomy

Client Interview

Observation

Triage and Screening

Motion Tests

Muscle Performance Testing

Special Tests

Palpation

Physical Performance Measures

Common Orthopedic Conditions of the Elbow Joint

Conclusion

Chapter 23. Wrist and Hand

Jonathan Sylvain, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT; Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS; Gary P. Austin, PT, PhD, OCS, FAFS, FAAOMPT

Clinically Applied Anatomy

Client Interview

Observation

Triage and Screening

Motion Tests

Muscle Performance Testing

Special Tests

Palpation

Physical Performance Measures

Common Orthopedic Conditions of the Wrist and Hand

Conclusion

Chapter 24. Hip

Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

Clinically Applied Anatomy

Client Interview

Observation

Triage and Screening

Motion Tests

Muscle Performance Testing

Special Tests

Palpation

Physical Performance Measures

Common Orthopedic Conditions of the Hip Joint

Conclusion

Chapter 25. Knee

David Logerstedt, PT, PhD, MPT, SCS; Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

Clinically Applied Anatomy

Client Interview

Observation

Triage and Screening

Motion Tests

Muscle Performance Testing

Special Tests

Palpation

Physical Performance Measures

Common Orthopedic Conditions of the Knee

Conclusion

Chapter 26. Lower Leg, Ankle, and Foot

Shefali Christopher, PT, DPT, SCS, LAT, ATC; Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

Clinically Applied Anatomy

Client Interview

Observation

Triage and Screening

Motion Tests

Muscle Performance Testing

Special Tests

Palpation

Physical Performance Measures

Common Orthopedic Conditions of the Lower Leg, Ankle, and Foot

Conclusion

Part V. Examination of Special Populations

Chapter 27. Emergency Sport Examination

John DeWitt, PT, DPT, SCS, ATC; Mitch Salsbery, PT, DPT, SCS, CSCS

Sports-Related Concussion

Cervical Spine Injuries

Cardiac Disorders

Compartment Syndrome

Asthma

Pneumothorax

Heat-Related Illness

Fractures

Endocrine emergencies

Conclusion

Chapter 28. Geriatric Examination

Michael Schmidt, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT; Charles Sheets, PT, OCS, SCS, Dip MDT; Tasala Rufai, PT, DPT, GCS

Influence of Age on Diagnosis

Change in Tissue Properties as a Result of Aging

Influence of Age on Pain

Physical Requirements for Activities of Daily Living

Osteoporosis

Examination of Balance

Conclusion

Chapter 29. Pediatric Examination

Dora J. Gosselin, PT, DPT, PCS, C/NDT

Child’s Musculoskeletal System

Multisystem Pathologies

Pathologies of the Spine

Upper Extremity Pathology

Lower Extremity Pathology

Conclusion

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      Publication Date: 28/01/2016
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      Description

      Book Synopsis

      Orthopedic Clinical Examination With Web Resource provides readers with thorough evidence-based instruction in developing proficiency at performing systematic orthopedic evaluations.



      Trade Review

      “This is an excellent, comprehensive, evidence-based, orthopedic musculoskeletal clinical examination book. It provides more depth and breadth than any current orthopedic clinical examination books and is well organized and easy to follow. The accompanying online videos are detailed and easy to follow.

      "The review of systems is very detailed and serves as a knowledge base for the rest of the book. The client interview and differential diagnosis sections are excellent. . . . The pictures and video demonstrations are well done and easy to understand and follow.

      "This is an excellent and detailed guide to the orthopedic clinical examination. It is well written and comprehensive. There are many other orthopedic examination books available, but the strength of this one is the detailed coverage of each topic. The supplemental web resources with case studies and videos make it unique.”

      —David M Nissenbaum, MPT, MA, LAT, OCS, PES (PRO Physical Therapy)

      Five Stars, Doody’s Book Review



      Table of Contents

      Part I. Review of Anatomy Systems

      Chapter 1. Musculoskeletal System

      Gilbert M. Willett, PT, PhD, OCS, CSCS; Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

      Bones

      Joints

      Skeletal Muscle and Connective Tissues

      Conclusion

      Chapter 2. Nervous System and Pain

      Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS; Adriaan Louw, PT, PhD, CSMT

      Structural Divisions of the Nervous System

      Neuromuscular Control

      Neurophysiology of Pain

      Conclusion

      Chapter 3. Tissue Injury and Healing

      Mark F. Reinking, PT, PhD, SCS, ATC; Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

      Tissue Healing

      Muscle Injury

      Tendon Injury

      Ligament Injury

      Bone Injury

      Articular Cartilage Injury

      Peripheral Nerve Injury

      Conclusion

      Part II. Concepts and Principles of Examination

      Chapter 4. Evidence-Based Practice and Client Examination

      Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

      Evidence-Based Practice and Diagnostic Accuracy

      Study Quality

      Broad to Narrow or Funnel Examination Focus

      Integration of Funnel Examination Approach

      The Examination Continuum

      Basic Principles of the Examination Process

      Conclusion

      Chapter 5. Client Interview and Observation

      Jonathan Sylvain, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT; Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

      Effective Communication in the Client Interview and History

      Common Barriers to Effective Communication

      Qualities of an Effective Interview

      Standard Client Interview

      Client Interviews Relative to Musculoskeletal Pain

      Outcome Measurements

      Observation

      Clinical Reasoning

      Conclusion

      Chapter 6. Triage and Differential Diagnosis

      Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

      Triage Screening for Red and Yellow Flags

      Diagnostic Imaging

      Vital Signs

      Differential Diagnosis and Medical Screening Examination

      Treatment Based Classification

      Conclusion

      Chapter 7. Orthopedic Screening and Nervous System Examination

      Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS; Adriaan Louw, PT, PhD, CSMT

      Musculoskeletal Screening

      Examination of the Physical Health of the Nervous System

      Peripheral Nerve Examination

      Conclusion

      Chapter 8. Range of Motion Assessment

      Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

      Range of Motion and Flexibility

      Goniometry

      Qualitative Assessment of Motion

      Conclusion

      Chapter 9. Muscle Performance and Neuromuscular Control

      Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

      Components of Muscle Performance

      Factors Affecting Muscle Performance

      Clinical Measures of Muscle Performance

      Conclusion

      Chapter 10. Special Tests

      Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

      Examination Procedure

      Diagnostic Application of Special Tests

      Conclusion

      Chapter 11. Palpation

      B. James Massey, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT

      Palpation Procedure

      Palpation Components of the Musculoskeletal Examination

      Abdominal Palpation

      Pulse Palpation

      Bony Landmark Palpation

      Joint Motion

      Conclusion

      Chapter 12. Physical Performance Measures

      Robert J. Butler, PT, DPT, PhD

      Overview of Testing Hierarchy

      Single Body-Weight Physical Performance Measures

      Single Body-Weight Loading

      Single Body-Weight Loading and Momentum

      Agility

      Aerobic Capacity

      Upper Extremity

      General Core Stabilization

      Conclusion

      Chapter 13. Gait

      Janice K. Loudon, PT, PhD, SCS, ATC

      Walking Gait

      Running Gait

      Biomechanical Analysis of Walking and Running

      Conclusion

      Chapter 14. Posture

      Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

      Body Type

      Optimal Standing Posture

      Other Posture Positions

      Abnormal Postures

      Dynamic Posture

      Palpation Assessment of Thoracic Posture

      Conclusion

      Part III. Examination of the Head and Spine

      Chapter 15. Face and Head

      Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

      Clinically Applied Anatomy

      Client Interview

      Observation

      Triage and Screening

      Motion Tests

      Muscle Performance Testing

      Special Tests

      Palpation

      Physical Performance Measures

      Common Orthopedic Conditions of the Face and Head

      Conclusion

      Chapter 16. Temporomandibular Joint

      Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

      Clinically Applied Anatomy

      Client Interview

      Observation

      Triage and Screening

      Motion Tests

      Muscle Performance Testing

      Special Tests

      Palpation

      Physical Performance Measures

      Common Orthopedic Conditions of the Temporomandibular Joint

      Conclusion

      Chapter 17. Cervical Spine

      Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

      Clinically Applied Anatomy

      Client Interview

      Observation

      Triage and Screening

      Motion Tests

      Muscle Performance Testing

      Special Tests

      Palpation

      Physical Performance Measures

      Common Orthopedic Conditions of the Cervical Spine

      Conclusion

      Chapter 18. Thoracic Spine

      Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

      Clinically Applied Anatomy

      Client Interview

      Observation

      Triage and Screening

      Motion Tests

      Muscle Performance Testing

      Special Tests

      Palpation

      Physical Performance Measures

      Common Orthopedic Conditions of the Thoracic Spine

      Conclusion

      Chapter 19. Lumbar Spine

      Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

      Clinically Applied Anatomy

      Client Interview

      Observation

      Triage and Screening

      Motion Tests

      Muscle Performance Testing

      Special Tests

      Palpation

      Physical Performance Measures

      Common Orthopedic Conditions of the Lumbar Spine

      Conclusion

      Chapter 20. Sacroiliac Joint and Pelvic Girdle

      Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

      Clinically Applied Anatomy

      Client Interview

      Observation

      Triage and Screening

      Motion Tests

      Muscle Performance Testing

      Special Tests

      Palpation

      Physical Performance Measures

      Common Orthopedic Conditions of the Sacroiliac Joint and Pelvic Girdle

      Conclusion

      Part IV. Examination of the Extremities

      Chapter 21. Shoulder

      Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS; Christopher Fiander, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS

      Clinically Applied Anatomy

      Client Interview

      Observation

      Triage and Screening

      Motion Tests

      Muscle Performance Testing

      Special Tests

      Palpation

      Physical Performance Measures

      Common Orthopedic Conditions of the Shoulder Joint

      Conclusion

      Chapter 22. Elbow and Forearm

      Dawn Driesner Kennedy, PT, DPT, OCS, COMT, FAAOMPT; Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

      Clinically Applied Anatomy

      Client Interview

      Observation

      Triage and Screening

      Motion Tests

      Muscle Performance Testing

      Special Tests

      Palpation

      Physical Performance Measures

      Common Orthopedic Conditions of the Elbow Joint

      Conclusion

      Chapter 23. Wrist and Hand

      Jonathan Sylvain, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT; Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS; Gary P. Austin, PT, PhD, OCS, FAFS, FAAOMPT

      Clinically Applied Anatomy

      Client Interview

      Observation

      Triage and Screening

      Motion Tests

      Muscle Performance Testing

      Special Tests

      Palpation

      Physical Performance Measures

      Common Orthopedic Conditions of the Wrist and Hand

      Conclusion

      Chapter 24. Hip

      Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

      Clinically Applied Anatomy

      Client Interview

      Observation

      Triage and Screening

      Motion Tests

      Muscle Performance Testing

      Special Tests

      Palpation

      Physical Performance Measures

      Common Orthopedic Conditions of the Hip Joint

      Conclusion

      Chapter 25. Knee

      David Logerstedt, PT, PhD, MPT, SCS; Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

      Clinically Applied Anatomy

      Client Interview

      Observation

      Triage and Screening

      Motion Tests

      Muscle Performance Testing

      Special Tests

      Palpation

      Physical Performance Measures

      Common Orthopedic Conditions of the Knee

      Conclusion

      Chapter 26. Lower Leg, Ankle, and Foot

      Shefali Christopher, PT, DPT, SCS, LAT, ATC; Michael P. Reiman, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, ATC, FAAOMPT, CSCS

      Clinically Applied Anatomy

      Client Interview

      Observation

      Triage and Screening

      Motion Tests

      Muscle Performance Testing

      Special Tests

      Palpation

      Physical Performance Measures

      Common Orthopedic Conditions of the Lower Leg, Ankle, and Foot

      Conclusion

      Part V. Examination of Special Populations

      Chapter 27. Emergency Sport Examination

      John DeWitt, PT, DPT, SCS, ATC; Mitch Salsbery, PT, DPT, SCS, CSCS

      Sports-Related Concussion

      Cervical Spine Injuries

      Cardiac Disorders

      Compartment Syndrome

      Asthma

      Pneumothorax

      Heat-Related Illness

      Fractures

      Endocrine emergencies

      Conclusion

      Chapter 28. Geriatric Examination

      Michael Schmidt, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT; Charles Sheets, PT, OCS, SCS, Dip MDT; Tasala Rufai, PT, DPT, GCS

      Influence of Age on Diagnosis

      Change in Tissue Properties as a Result of Aging

      Influence of Age on Pain

      Physical Requirements for Activities of Daily Living

      Osteoporosis

      Examination of Balance

      Conclusion

      Chapter 29. Pediatric Examination

      Dora J. Gosselin, PT, DPT, PCS, C/NDT

      Child’s Musculoskeletal System

      Multisystem Pathologies

      Pathologies of the Spine

      Upper Extremity Pathology

      Lower Extremity Pathology

      Conclusion

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