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Palpation Techniques: Surface Anatomy for Physical Therapists, Paperback, 2nd edition by Reichert, Bernhard

$165.00

Paperback: 2nd edition
9783131463425
3131463422

Publication Date: 2015-04-29
Publisher: Thieme
Paperback : 432 pages
Edition: 2nd edition
Author: Reichert, Bernhard
ISBN-10: 3131463422
ISBN-13: 9783131463425

Product Description Visual guide to hands-on palpation techniques and in vivo anatomy Highly commended by the 2016 BMA Medical Book Awards for Medicine This completely updated second edition of Palpation Techniques is a beautifully illustrated guide with clear, step-by-step descriptions that teaches readers how to identify and then distinguish between various body structures. It includes more than 800 full-color photographs of models with detailed drawings of muscles, bones, and tendons sketched directly onto their skin, and complementary color illustrations showing the functional significance of each anatomic region. Key Features of the Second Edition: New palpation techniques for the shoulder New photos and illustrations for the hand, hip, and foot Additional study questions and updated references This revised edition will enable physical therapy and osteopathy practitioners and students to refine their knowledge of anatomy and thus optimize patient care. Review "I have used a number of palpation references, but this one is the most useful."-- Doody's, on first edition From the Back Cover Praise for the previous edition: "Students who desire to become competent in palpation as well as experienced clinicians who seek a strong review of palpation will find this text an excellent learning resource."--Christopher Hughes, PhD, Slippery Rock University This completely updated second edition of "Palpation Techniques" is a beautifully illustrated guide with clear, step-by-step descriptions that teaches readers how to identify and then distinguish between various body structures. It includes more than 800 full-color photographs of models with detailed drawings of muscles, bones, and tendons sketched directly onto their skin, and complementary color illustrations showing the functional significance of each anatomic region. Key Features of the Second Edition: New palpation techniques for the shoulderNew photos and illustrations for the hand, hip, and footAdditional study questions and updated references This revised edition will enable physical therapy and osteopathy practitioners and students to refine their knowledge of anatomy and thus optimize patient care.


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