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Daniels And Worthingham'S Muscle Testing: Techniques Of Manual Examination And Performance Testing (Daniels & Worthington'S Musc
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A Practical Handbook On Evaluating Muscular Strength And Function, Daniels And Worthingham'S Muscle Testing: Techniques Of Manual Examination And Performance Testing, 9Th Edition Makes It Easy To Understand And Master Procedures In Manual Muscle Testing And Performance Testing. Clear, Illustrated Instructions Provide A Guide To Patient Positioning, Direction Of Motion, And Direction Of Resistance. In Addition To Muscle Testing Of Normal Individuals And Others With Weakness Or Paralysis, This Edition Includes New Coverage Of Alternative Strength Tests And Performance Tests For Older Adults And Others With Functional Decline (Such As The Inactive And Obese). Written By Educators Helen J. Hislop, Dale Avers, And Marybeth Brown, This Classic Physical Therapy Reference Now Features An Evolve Companion Website With Video Clips Demonstrating Key Muscle Testing Techniques. Drawings And Arrows Along With Clear Written Directions Make It Easy To Understand And Perform Muscle Testing Procedures, Allowing You To Assess Deficits In Strength, Balance, And Range Of Motion. More Than 600 Illustrations Clearly Show Testing Sequences, Muscle Anatomy, And Muscle Innervation. Video Clips Of Over 100 Muscle Tests On The Evolve Companion Website Demonstrate The Art And Technique Of Muscle Testing In A Clinical Setting. Details Of Muscle Anatomy And Innervation Help In Linking Muscle Topography With Function. Helpful Hints And Substitutions Boxes Provide Additional Tips And Highlight Muscle Substitutions That May Occur During A Test To Ensure Greater Accuracy In Testing. A Constant Reference Number Clearly Identifies Each Muscle In The Body,Indexed In The Alphabetical List Of Muscles By Region As Well As In The Ready Reference Anatomy Manual On Evolve, To Speed Crossreferencing And Help You Quickly Identify Any Muscle. New Chapters On Performance Testing Cover Functional Strength Testing In Older Adults And Those With Functional Decline, And Testing Muscle Performance In Various Clinical Settings. New Chapters On Manual Muscle Testing Address When To Use Manual Muscle Testing, The Limitations Of Manual Muscle Testing, And Alternatives To Manual Muscle Testing. Updated References For Each Chapter Include The Most Current Evidencebased Information. New! An Evolve Companion Website Helps You Hone Your Manual Testing Skills With Video Clips Of Over 100 Muscle Tests And With The Ready Reference Anatomy Guide.
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- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The book measures nine point twenty-five inches in length, one point twenty-six inches in width, and ten point seventy-five inches in height.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book contains five hundred twenty-eight pages, providing comprehensive coverage on muscle testing techniques.
- Q: What type of binding does this book use? A: The book features a spiral bound design, allowing for easy handling during practical use.
- Q: How do I use this book for muscle testing? A: To use the book, follow the illustrated instructions for each muscle test, focusing on patient positioning and direction of resistance.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in physical therapy? A: Yes, this book is suitable for beginners as it provides clear, illustrated instructions and helpful hints for understanding muscle testing.
- Q: Can I use this book for testing older adults? A: Yes, the book includes new chapters that cover performance testing specifically for older adults and those with functional decline.
- Q: How should I care for this book? A: To keep the book in good condition, store it in a dry place and avoid exposing it to extreme moisture or sunlight.
- Q: Is this book safe for clinical use? A: Yes, the book is designed for clinical use, providing evidence-based information and guidelines for muscle testing procedures.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, please contact customer support to initiate a return or replacement process.
- Q: Does this book have video resources? A: Yes, the book comes with an Evolve companion website featuring video clips of over one hundred muscle tests to enhance learning.
- Q: Are there any special features included in this book? A: The book includes detailed illustrations, Helpful Hints boxes, and a constant reference number for easy identification of muscles.
- Q: Can I find alternative strength tests in this book? A: Yes, this edition includes new coverage of alternative strength tests relevant for various populations, including older adults.
- Q: What is the primary focus of this book? A: The primary focus of this book is to provide a practical guide on evaluating muscular strength and function through manual examination.
- Q: Is this book authored by well-known professionals? A: Yes, the book is authored by respected educators in the field, including Marybeth Brown, Helen J. Hislop, and Dale Avers.
- Q: Does this book offer tips for accurate testing? A: Yes, the book includes Helpful Hints and Substitutions boxes that provide additional tips for accurate muscle testing.
- Q: What is the latest edition of this book? A: The latest edition is the ninth edition, which has been updated to include the most current evidence-based information on muscle testing.