Handbook of Special Tests in Musculoskeletal Examination
An evidence-based guide for clinicians

Paul Hattam (Author), Alison Smeatham (Author)

9780702072253

Paperback / softback, published 28 May 2020

344 pages
18.6 x 12.3 x 2.2 cm, 0.36 kg

Despite growing reliance on imaging, clinical examination remains the bedrock of diagnosis of the musculoskeletal patient. Special tests have widespread utility particularly in sport and can often help to elucidate a patient’s presentation where the lesion is subtle and otherwise difficult to detect and, in turn, guide management and treatment. Special Tests in Musculoskeletal Examination 2nd Edition is a pocketbook guide to over 100 peripheral tests.

It includes:

  • a fully illustrated step-by-step guide to each test giving clinicians all the information they need at their fingertips.

  • a focussed review of the latest evidence and how this applies to practice.

  • use of clinical tips and expert opinion to allow clinicians to select the most appropriate test and interpret the results meaningfully.
  • Full review of the evidence integrated into the entire text.

  • New clinical context section at the start of each section making it easy to find and providing advanced background knowledge to extend the readers knowledge.

  • Brand new colour photography to show each test clearly throughout.

  • Additional tests included allowing readers to extend their knowledge and understanding.

Subject Areas: Complementary medicine [MX], Rehabilitation [MQV], Physiotherapy [MQS], Sports injuries & medicine [MMS]