Handbook of Lumbar Spine and Lower Extremity Examination

In addition to complementary radiographic imaging, the physical exam isan essential diagnostic element for the orthopedic surgeon. As such,learning to perform this exam thoroughly is of utmost importance tomedical students, residents and interns on an orthopedic rotation and inlater practice. This practical text succinctly presents all of the necessary informationregarding the physical examination of the lower extremity and lumbar spine. The lower spine, hip, knee, and foot and ankleare discussed in dedicated thematic sections,with each section comprised of three main chapters. The initial chapterdescribes the musculoskeletal anatomy and function of the joint,presenting the tests themselves along with the rationale for performing them. The second chapter presents the systematic examinations carriedout in every case, and the third chapter describes examinations for specificconditions relating to the joint, including tendinopathies, osteoarthritis,neurological conditions, deformities and more. Plentiful bullet points andcolor images throughout the text describe and illustrate each test andphysical sign. Convenient and user-friendly, Handbook of Lumbar Spine and Lower Extremity Examination isa valuable, portable guide to this all-important diagnostic tool for studentsand practitioners alike.