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NY, Stuttgart: Thieme, 2003. — 130 p. — ISBN-10: 0865779163, ISBN-13: 978-0865779167
From the authors of the bestselling Spine Surgery: Tricks of the Trade, here is the concise how-to guide on conducting diagnostic spine exams. The text begins with a thorough review of the fundamentals, including basic anatomy and neurology, and goes on to systematically outline tests for the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine. It is an ideal resource for both beginners and practicing physicians.<em>Key features include:Nearly 200 line drawings that illustrate motor, sensory, reflex, and range-of-motion examsIncludes special tests for scoliosis and other spine disorders to expand your scope of diagnostic proceduresSuccinct and easy-to-understand descriptions for easy mastery of conceptsWell-organized by cervical, thoracic, and lumbosacral sections to streamline localization of specific examsThis straightforward pictorial aid is the perfect companion for spine surgeons, orthopedists, chiropractors, and neurosurgeons, as well as an ideal orientation for residents. From critical anatomy to step-by-step instructional guidelines, it will enhance your examination skills and refresh your understanding of the frequently performed spinal test.<em>ContentsForeword by Richard H. RothmanPrefaceThe FundamentalsPhysical Examination of the Cervical SpinePhysical Examination of the Thoracic SpinePhysical Examination of the Lumbosacral SpineIndex
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Physical Examination of the Spine PHYSICAL EXAMINATION OF THE SPINE Todd J. Albert, M.D. Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery and Vice Chairman Co-Director, Spine Fellowship Program Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Thomas Jefferson University Medical College Co-Director, Reconstructive Spine Services The Rothman Institute Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Alexander R. Vaccaro, M.D. Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery Co-Director, Delaware Valley Spinal Cord Injury Center Co-Director, Spine Fellowship Program Co-Chief, Division of Spine Surgery Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Thomas Jefferson University Medical College Co-Director, Reconstructive Spine Services The Rothman Institute Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Thieme New York / Stuttgart Thieme New York 333 Seventh Avenue New York, NY 10001 Consulting Medical Editor: Esther Gumpert Associate Editor: J. Owen Zurhellen Vice President, Production and Electronic Publishing: Anne T. Vinnicombe Production Editor: Erik I. Wenskus Marketing Director: Phyllis Gold Director of Sales: Ross Lumpkin Chief Financial Officer: Peter van Woerden President: Brian D. Scanlan Medical Illustrator: Birck Cox Compositor: Datapage International Limited Printer: The Maple-Vail Book Manufacturing Group Library of Congress Cataloging in Publication Data Albert, Todd J. Physical examination of the spine / Todd J. Albert, Alexander R. Vaccaro. p. ; cm. Includes bibliographical references and index. ISBN 0-86577-916-3 (TMP) -- ISBN 3-13-124691-X (GTV) 1. Spine--Examination. 2. Spine--Diseases--Diagnosis. [DNLM: 1. Physical Examination--methods. 2. Spine. 3. Spinal Diseases--diagnosis. WE 725 A333p 2005] I. Vaccaro, Alexander R. II. Title. RD768.A428 2005 616.7 03075--dc22 Copyright # 2005 by Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc. This book, including all parts thereof, is legally protected by copyright. Any use, exploitation, or commercialization outside the narrow limits set by copyright legislation without the publisher’s consent is illegal and liable to prosecution. This applies in particular to photostat reproduction, copying, mimeographing or duplication of any kind, translating, preparation of microfilms, and electronic data processing and storage. Important note: Medical knowledge is ever