Musculoskeletal Injuries and Conditions: A Comprehensive Guide for Clinicians

Written by Se Won Lee MD, Musculoskeletal Injuries and Conditions: Assessment and Management is a practical guide to diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal conditions in clinical practice. This comprehensive resource is designed for clinicians who deal with musculoskeletal disorders and injuries in the practice setting, providing a one-stop guide for managing a broad spectrum of musculoskeletal problems.

Organized by Anatomic Region for Easy Reference

The book is organized by anatomic region, from neck to toe, and written in a concise outline format. Each chapter presents the essential knowledge that every practitioner needs to have at the ready in the outpatient clinical context, taking a uniform approach based on isolating symptoms and the location of the pain.

A Practical Template for Nonoperative Management

This guide presents a uniquely practical template for nonoperative management of musculoskeletal problems, including:

• Epidemiology
• Anatomy
• Biomechanics
• Physical examination
• Diagnostic studies
• Treatment

Flowcharts for differential diagnosis and initial management are provided for chief complaints, helping clinicians to quickly and accurately diagnose and treat musculoskeletal disorders.

Visual Aids and Imaging Work-up

Helpful tables, lists, and over 150 anatomic illustrations supplement the text throughout, making it easier to understand complex concepts. Additionally, a mini-atlas of normal and abnormal findings for common injuries is presented as part of the imaging work-up, integrating musculoskeletal ultrasound into the diagnostic process.

With over 40 normal and abnormal scans, this resource is essential for recognizing signature pathologies at the point of care.

Key Features and Benefits

This comprehensive guide provides a consistent approach to managing common musculoskeletal conditions based on location of pain, making it an essential resource for:

• Physicians in rehabilitation and sports medicine
• Primary care physicians
• Orthopedic specialists
• Healthcare professionals working in outpatient settings

Features include:

• Bulleted format and clear heading structure for easy information retrieval
• More than 30 flowcharts to map out differential diagnosis, diagnostic approach, and initial management strategy for each complaint
• Packed with useful tables, lists, and over 150 illustrations of surface anatomy

With its comprehensive approach and practical guidance, Musculoskeletal Injuries and Conditions: Assessment and Management is an indispensable resource for any clinician dealing with musculoskeletal disorders and injuries in the practice setting.

Product Details

Paperback: 488 pages
Publisher: Demos Medical; 1 edition (December 22, 2016)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1620700980
ISBN-13: 978-1620700983
Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 1 x 11 inches