‘Don’t guess, Assess.” – Every therapist and doctor should own evidence-informed Orthopedic Assessment, designed as a quick reference guide for students, instructors and healthcare providers. Orthopedic Assessment is a companion book for the Orthopedic Conditions Manual, Muscle Manual and Physical Medicine Manual.
 
This text bridges the gap between academics and practical application. Information sources include: original research articles with cutting-edge information, 1000s of cadaver dissections & decades of evidence-based, multidisciplinary clinical experience. We also demo with different sized practitioners to show variation in biomechanics and gender application (5ft/100lbs female vs. 6ft/170lbs male).
 
The book’s size allows for better functional use and cost-effectiveness. This text is supported by 1000s of student, clinician & instructor resources, videos, quizzes & patient handouts available on prohealthsys.com (palpation, muscle testing, orthoneuro tests, CE seminars and more).
 
‘Assessment is therapeutic’ – your application of skills helps to create a more accurate list of potential pathology, treatment options and relationship of trust and confidence with your patients – this text will help establish you as the expert you are.
 
For students
Execute the steps of effective clinical assessment including indications, CIs, DDx, position, contact, biomechanics & kinesiology
Chapter quizzes & online testing material
Video of ROM, orthopedics & regional exams
 
For instructors
Chapter learning objectives and outcome markers
Regional quizzes & grading rubrics
Follow-up evidence-based orthopedic assessment & orthopathology texts
 
The content, illustrations and layout format are designed to be useful during practice, and in the classroom for procedures, interpretation, clinical notes, ranking, and supportive videos accessible online. This includes current evidence best practices, with over 3500 references. There is even an eye chart, pain scale, rulers, and pupil gauge right on the back cover to use on-the-go.
 
In addition, this text is a valuable study guide for students, practitioners and doctors preparing for National Board Exams, State/Province Board Exams, Clinical Skills Examinations and many other standardized licensure examinations.
 
Over 3500 Illustrations & Images
Regional learning objectives and tests
Multidisciplinary Peer Reviewed (DC, DO, MD, ND, PhD, PT, RMT, RN)
Pocket-Sized & Portable
Clear Presentation & Logical Format Saves Time
Perfect for Licensure & Board Exam Review
A Must-Have for Clinic & General Practice