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61.

 Rehabilitation for the Postsurgical Orthopedic Patient

Rehabilitation for the Postsurgical Orthopedic Patient
by: Lisa Maxey, Jim Magnusson
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Media: Hardcover
EAN: 9780323034746
ISBN: 0323034748
Number Of Pages: 560
Publication Date: 2006-12-07
Publisher: Mosby


Product Description:
This text provides the physical therapist with the information they need to know about specific orthopedic surgeries and the rehabilitation techniques. Each chapter presents the indications and considerations for surgery; a detailed look at the surgical procedure, including the surgeon's perspective regarding rehabilitation concerns; and therapy guidelines to use in designing the rehabilitation program. In addition to including descriptions of each surgery, this book provides rehabilitation protocols for each surgery along with ways to trouble shoot within various patient populations (i.e. geriatric, athletic, pediatric, etc.). Unlike the more general orthopedic books, this book provides specific clinical information about individual orthopedic surgeries along with a chapter on soft tissue healing.

  • Each chapter is written by an MD and PT or OT providing both surgical and rehabilitation information.
  • Includes the latest, evidence-based therapy guidelines to help therapists design the most effective rehab programs for their patients.
  • Every chapter includes case study vignettes with critical thinking questions to encourage students to use clinical reasoning.
  • Provides detailed tables that break down therapy guidelines with rehab phases to give a quick resource to rehabilitation and therapy plans.
  • Includes the indications and considerations of specific surgical procedures to demonstrate why surgery should or should not be considered.
  • Describes surgeries in detail to give therapists a clear understanding of the surgical procedures used for various injuries and disorders so they can fashion the appropriate rehabilitation program.
  • Includes coverage of commonly accepted therapy guidelines to allow therapists to design a home therapy program as well as what's needed immediately post surgery.
  • Suggested Home Maintenance boxes, included in every chapter, provide guidance for the patient once they return home.
  • Emphasizes the unique needs of the individual patient with suggested home maintenance guidelines and the entire treatment plan broken out by phase for every chapter.
  • Over 300 photos and line drawings provide invaluable teaching tools for instructors and references to the practitioners.
  • Content provided by well-known contributors from around the country.


  • Four new chapters: Pathogenesis of Soft Tissue and Bone Repair, Total Shoulder Replacement, Surgery and Rehabilitation for Primary Flexor Tendon Repair in the Digit, and Cervical Spine Fusion.
  • Includes new information within the appendices on transitioning the running and jumping athlete (e.g. basketball player) back to court and the mini invasive anterior approach to total hip replacement.
  • New authors and editors bring fresh perspective to the topics covered in the text.
  • Each chapter is thoroughly revised with the most current information available on orthopedic surgeries and therapy.
  • Evaluations and guidelines are designed more specifically to the surgical diagnoses for the postsurgical patient.
  • Companion CD-ROM includes the suggested home maintenance boxes in a printable and editable form as well as anatomical and surgical animations on important procedures and anatomical areas.


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 Joint Mobilization/Manipulation: Extremity and Spinal Techniques

Joint Mobilization/Manipulation: Extremity and Spinal Techniques
by: Susan L. Edmond
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Edition: 2
Media: Spiral-bound
EAN: 9780323027267
ISBN: 0323027261
Number Of Pages: 360
Publication Date: 2006-05-19
Publisher: Mosby


Product Description:
This highly illustrated text is the only book to include manipulation and mobilization techniques for both spine and extremity. This edition includes a new title that reflects the focus on evidence- based practice as well as more information on the spine, most notably with regard to joint play. Clearly labeled photos show the direction of force in techniques. A companion DVD offers video demonstrating how to perform the major procedures covered in the text.

  • Description of joint mobilization, along with pictures, make procedures easy to understand and then perform.
  • Unique focus on spine and extremities provides learners with information all in one place.
  • Contraindications/precautions and indications included for each joint mobilization help to apply mobilizations to actual clinical situations.


  • Evidence-based introductions begin each chapter to provide the latest research and rationalization for specific procedures.
  • New information on the examination of joint play, especially in reference to the spine, provides the latest information available.
  • Clearly labeled photos show the direction of force on the photographs that show the techniques.
  • More information on osteokinematic and arthrokinematic motion, and degrees of freedom, provides perspective on the body planes.
  • Better definitions of mobilization and manipulation.
  • In the cervical spine chapter, additional mobilization techniques, such as Paris cervical gliding, have been added.
  • Grade V (thrust) techniques have been added to the spine chapters
  • More muscle energy techniques added to spine chapters
  • Companion CD-ROM includes videos of manipulation and mobilization techniques covered in the text.


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 Too Young to Feel Old: The Arthritis Doctor's 28-Day Formula for Pain-Free Living

Too Young to Feel Old: The Arthritis Doctor's 28-Day Formula for Pain-Free Living
by: Richard H. Blau, E. A. Tremblay
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EAN: 9780738211152
ISBN: 073821115X
Number Of Pages: 288
Publication Date: 2007-12-24
Publisher: Da Capo Press


Product Description:
Nearly 43 million Americans suffer with joint pain, and that pain dominates their lives. But even the oldest among us are far too young to feel this way and, in fact, you don’t need to live like this. In Too Young to Feel Old, leading rheumatologist Dr. Richard Blau shows you what you can do to get instant relief.With a straightforward Arthritis Doctor’s Questionnaire that simulates a visit to a rheumatologist’s office, you can determine the severity of your condition. From there, you will be able to personalize a 28-day program to help you reduce inflammation, maintain your range of motion, and decrease arthritic pain through one of the newest, most effective approaches known to modern science.The 28-day program provides you with: A four-week menu plan with nearly 100 delicious recipes that not only reduce common arthritis symptoms but also help you lose weight Step-by-step illustrations guiding you through simple exercises that reduce joint pain and stiffness, strengthen muscles, and improve flexibility and endurance A rundown of the latest breakthroughs in arthritis research, common treatments, and little-known alternative therapies Everything you need to know about sizing up arthritis doctors, from finding the right one to knowing what you should ask to get the information you need Whether you are aching with osteoarthritis or suffering with the inflammation and swelling of rheumatoid arthritis, Too Young to Feel Old can help you break out of a cycle of pain and into a life that is pain free.


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64.

 A Patient's Guide to Knee and Hip Replacement: Everything You Need to Know

A Patient's Guide to Knee and Hip Replacement: Everything You Need to Know
by: Irwin Silber
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Edition: 1
Media: Paperback
EAN: 9780684839202
ISBN: 0684839202
Number Of Pages: 256
Publication Date: 1999-03-30
Publisher: Fireside


Product Description:
Written by a patient for other patients and in consultation with an Orthopedic Surgeon and a Physical Therapist, A Patient's Guide to Knee and Hip Replacement takes readers through the complete joint-replacement process, from the decision whether to have Surgery and the Preop Preparations, through the operation itself, the hospital stay, and the recovery period.

Irwin Silber has had both knees and one hip replaced. Like hundreds of thousands of other joint-replacement patients, Silber is now physically active and free from pain as a result of today's highly effective medical technology. His chronicle of his own experiences, supplemented by interviews with many others who have had joints replaced, describes the whole procedure from a patient's perspective, including:

* How to determine whether it's time for a joint replacement, and why doctors are sometimes hesitant to perform surgery; possible consequences of delaying surgery

* A full description of the actual surgery, including the risks involved

* Information about postoperative physical therapy, including tips on how to prepare your home for the recovery process

Clearly written and profusely illustrated, A Patient's Guide to Knee and Hip Replacement is an informative and helpful book for anyone contemplating or already undergoing joint replacement.

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65.

 Orthopaedic Knowledge Update 9 (ORTHOPEDIC KNOWLEDGE UPDATE SERIES)

Orthopaedic Knowledge Update 9 (ORTHOPEDIC KNOWLEDGE UPDATE SERIES)
from: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
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Media: Paperback
EAN: 9780892034178
ISBN: 0892034173
Number Of Pages: 840
Publication Date: 2008-02
Publisher: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons


Product Description:
OKU 9 presents the best of the entire body of orthopaedic literature in a substantial, yet highly accessible format. Hundreds of world-renowned orthopaedic surgeons selected, reviewed, and condensed a vast amount of core knowledge and new developments from 2004 - 2006 into a concentrated digest for your convenience. Organized to give you fast access to answers and information in any setting, OKU 9 is your best single source to expand your clinical knowledge and help you prepare for certification or Maintenance of Certification (MOCc). The following sections are covered in-depth: Principles of Orthopaedics Systemic Disorders Upper Extremity Lower Extremity Spine Pediatrics

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 Atlas of Head and Neck Pathology with CD-ROM

Atlas of Head and Neck Pathology with CD-ROM
by: Bruce M. Wenig
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Edition: 2
Media: Hardcover
EAN: 9780721697888
ISBN: 0721697887
Number Of Pages: 1156
Publication Date: 2007-12-14
Publisher: Saunders


Product Description:
Effectively and efficiently diagnose the full range of neoplastic and non-neoplastic diseases of the head and neck with this peerless source of pathology guidance! 2,240 phenomenal illustrations depict the histologic, immunohistochemical, cytologic, and diagnostic imaging appearance of every type of head and neck pathology, including brand-new coverage of thyroid and parathyroid disorders. You'll also find completely new guidance on identifying intraoperative specimens, applying the latest molecular biological and cytogenetic techniques, and much more. A consistent, practical organization and succinct, bulleted format make the reliable answers you need easy to find.

  • Review each disease's clinical features, pathology, differential diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis quickly thanks to a concise, user-friendly, bulleted format.
  • Consider cytopathology, special stains, and cytogenetics where appropriate.
  • Compare different disease types at a glance with numerous tables, charts, and helpful lists.


  • Identify specimens confidently by comparing them to 2,240 illustrationsmost in full colorcapturing the histologic, immunohistochemical, cytologic, and diagnostic imaging appearance of every form of head and neck pathology.
  • Diagnose a broader range of head and neck diseases with new coverage of thyroid and parathyroid disorders.
  • Provide effective intraoperative consultations with guidance on identifying frozen mucosal, salivary gland, thyroid, and parathyroid specimens that's hard to find in other texts.
  • Apply the latest WHO classification guidelines and AJCC staging criteria for head and neck neoplasms.
  • Perform the newest molecular biologic and cytogenetic techniques.


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67.

 Massage for Orthopedic Conditions (Lww Massage Therapy & Bodywork Series)

Massage for Orthopedic Conditions (Lww Massage Therapy & Bodywork Series)
by: Thomas Hendrickson
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Edition: 1
Media: Paperback
EAN: 9780781722872
ISBN: 078172287X
Number Of Pages: 550
Publication Date: 2002-08-15
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins


Product Description:
This book introduces massage techniques for orthopedic conditions, promoting the alignment of soft tissue relating to pain and dysfunction. An essential manual for clinical massage therapy, it contains brief descriptions of rationale behind orthopedic massage, mechanisms of injury to and repair of soft tissue, and anatomy of each body area. This text includes detailed assessment for each body region, discusses common lesions, and provides illustrated instructions on how to administer this scientifically based style of massage. Based on traditional orthopedic assessment protocols, coverage includes range of motion, passive and isometric testing, and tests that determine the severity of a condition or injury.


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 Orthopedic & Athletic Injury Evaluation Handbook

Orthopedic & Athletic Injury Evaluation Handbook
by: Chad Starkey, Jeffrey L. Ryan
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Edition: 1
Media: Paperback
EAN: 9780803611047
ISBN: 0803611048
Number Of Pages: 418
Publication Date: 2003-05
Publisher: F. A. Davis Company


Product Description:
This companion guide to the 2nd edition of Evaluation of Orthopedic and Athletic Injuries provides students and instructors with an easy-to-carry, quick reference manual for use in the laboratory and at clinical sites that can also be used in practice. This comprehensive handbook covers not only special tests, but palpation skills and ligamentous and neurologic testing as well. KEY FEATURES Presents an overview of the relevant skills required to perform a comprehensive clinical orthopedic and athletic injury examination Can be used in conjunction with the 2nd edition of Starkey Ryan's Evaluation of Orthopedic and Athletic Injuries text or as a stand-alone reference Covers procedures for over 185 special, neurological, ligamentous, and range of motion tests 32 unique palpation photos feature anatomical overlays that help students identify tenderness, swelling or other irregularities 15 Evaluation Maps guide students through the 7-step process for the body region being evaluated Quick reference boxes with illustrated, precise step-by-step instructions make even the most complicated concepts understandable by showing the correct position of patient and examiner, evaluative procedure, positive test results, and implications Tables of Evaluative Findings cover history of the injury, inspection, palpation, functional test, ligamentous tests, special tests, with clinical findings and comments Covers key evaluation content to help students prepare for the NATABOC examination Useful appendices describe upper and lower extremity reflex tests, assessment of muscle length, and lower extremity functional tests Figures illustrate proper measuring techniques Includes assessments of posture and evaluation of gait

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 Pocket Guide to Musculoskeletal Diagnosis (Musculoskeletal Medicine) (Musculoskeletal Medicine)

Pocket Guide to Musculoskeletal Diagnosis (Musculoskeletal Medicine) (Musculoskeletal Medicine)
by: Grant Cooper
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Media: Paperback
EAN: 9781588296740
ISBN: 1588296741
Number Of Pages: 152
Publication Date: 2005-10-15
Publisher: Humana Press


Product Description:
Practicing physical medicine and rehabilitation physician Grant Cooper, MD, provides a concise step-by-step approach to confidently establishing a working clinical diagnosis and finding appropriate treatment options for the most common musculoskeletal ailments. Organized by body region and written with superb clarity, this guide details the important questions to ask in history taking, the physical examination maneuvers appropriate for each pathology, the possible explanations and additional tests needed to diagnose the condition, and the most up-to-date treatment options available. The author offers clear explanations why each step in the history and physical examination is performed and discusses the basic pathophysiological processes involved. The ailments covered include neck and shooting arm pain; shoulder pain; elbow pain; wrist and hand pain; low back, hip, and shooting leg pain; knee pain, ankle pain, and foot pain. Numerous photographs demonstrate the correct hands-on methods for physical examination of the patient. A value-added CD-ROM version of book is included for downloading and use in the reader's PC or PDA.

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70.

 Burkhart's View of the Shoulder: A Cowboy's Guide to Advanced Shoulder Arthroscopy

Burkhart's View of the Shoulder: A Cowboy's Guide to Advanced Shoulder Arthroscopy
by: Stephen S Burkhart, Ian KY Lo, Paul C Brady
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Media: Hardcover
EAN: 9780781780001
ISBN: 0781780004
Number Of Pages: 225
Publication Date: 2006-03-01
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins


Product Description:
From a world-famous pioneer in arthroscopic shoulder surgery comes the first step-by-step "how-to" guide to advanced techniques in shoulder arthroscopy. Dr. Burkhart describes the innovative techniques and instruments he has devised to solve the most difficult surgical problems and offers dozens of tips, tricks, and pearls you won't find in any other book. More than 900 full-color arthroscopic and clinical photographs and numerous drawings complement the text. The first section explains the principles that underlie successful operative shoulder arthroscopy. The second section gives step-by-step, bulleted instructions and "tricks and tips" for 70 arthroscopic procedures. A bound-in DVD contains 4 hours of video showing the 70 procedures. Each procedure in the text correlates exactly to the video.


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