Clinical Diagnosis in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation: Case by Case

Offering a strong focus on investigative methods and action strategies for diagnosis of musculoskeletal issues, Clinical Diagnosis in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation: Case by Case is a must-have resource for quick reference during daily rounds, as well as a handy study and review tool for oral boards. This portable reference covers what approaches to take when a patient presents with specific musculoskeletal issues (including differential diagnoses possibilities), what tests are appropriate to order, how to determine the relevance of results, and what treatment options to consider. Practical and easy to use, it helps you apply foundational knowledge to everyday clinical situations.

Περιεχόμενα:

• Chapter 1 Neck pain
• Chapter 2 Shoulder pain
• Chapter 3 Elbow pain
• Chapter 4 Wrist pain
• Chapter 5 Hand pain
• Chapter 6 Hip pain
• Chapter 7 Knee pain
• Chapter 8 Ankle and foot pain
• Chapter 9 Lumbar /low back pain
• Chapter 10 multiple locations of pain Fibromyalgia

Each chapter will start with a case presentation and proceeds to discuss differential diagnosis and analysis of clinical tests and diagnosis. In-depth discussion will be provided, ending with recommendations including pharmaceutical, physical and occupational therapies. Other options as orthotics, prosthetics, injection therapies, and regenerative therapy options will also be included. Supportive diagrams will be included. A reference list will be provided.