Physical Diagnosis of Pain: A Comprehensive Atlas for Clinicians

By renowned pain expert Dr. Steven D. Waldman, MD, JD, this 5th edition of Physical Diagnosis of Pain is the ultimate guide for healthcare professionals seeking to master the art of pain diagnosis. This easy-to-follow, how-to-do-it atlas provides a step-by-step approach to evaluating and diagnosing patients in pain, focusing on the critical question: “What is it?” rather than “Where is it?”

Comprehensive Coverage of Pain-Related Conditions

This atlas covers an extensive range of pain-related conditions, including:

• cervical spine, shoulder, elbow, forearm, wrist, and hand
• chest wall, thorax, and thoracic spine
• lumbar spine, abdominal wall, and pelvis
• hip, knee, ankle, and foot
• sacroiliac joint pain and entrapment neuropathies, including carpal tunnel syndrome, tardy ulnar palsy, ilioinguinal neuralgia, and tarsal tunnel syndrome

Each chapter follows a consistent format for quick reference, covering anatomy, inspection, palpation, range of motion, and relevant special tests.

Superb Illustrations and Real-Time Videos

This atlas features hundreds of high-quality radiographic images, clinical photos, and color line drawings to demonstrate physical examination techniques clearly and simply. Additionally, it includes over 50 real-time videos of Dr. Waldman and his staff performing physical examination techniques, providing expert guidance and insight.

New Content and Features

This 5th edition includes new content covering 50 new conditions and their associated tests, such as:

• Soto-Hall Test for Upper Thoracic Spine Pain
• Sill Sign for Lumbar Instability
• Compression Test for Sacroiliac Joint Pain
• Rust Sign for Cervical Spine Instability
• Linder Sign for Cervical Myelopathy
• Jull Test for Cervical Strain
• Shoulder Abduction Relief Test for Cervial Spine Pain
• Kleiger Test for High Ankle Sprain
• Valleix Sign for Posterior Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
• and more

Upgrade your pain diagnosis skills with this essential resource. An eBook version is included with purchase, allowing you to access all the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud.