The<br>third edition of this convenient pocket guide presents a comprehensive<br>collection of clinical tests for all the major musculoskeletal<br>structures. New tests have been added and existing tests fully revised<br>to include the most practical, relevant, and up-to-date information for<br>the effective evaluation of the musculoskeletal system.<br><br>The book<br>is organized by body region, with chapters devoted to the spine;<br>shoulder; elbow; wrist, hand, and fingers; hip; knee; and foot and<br>ankle. Each of these chapters opens with a figure depicting range of<br>motion and an algorithm that provides a quick overview of symptoms,<br>tests, imaging, and diagnosis. Additional chapters on posture<br>deficiencies, venous thrombosis, occlusive arterial disease and<br>neurovascular compression syndromes, and disturbances of the central<br>nervous system complete the book.<br><br>For each clinical test,<br>readers will find a step-by-step description of the procedure, followed<br>by a concise discussion of assessment and possible diagnoses for that<br>test.<br><br>Special Features:<br><ul><li>Succinct descriptions of initial tests, functional tests, stress tests, and stability tests</li><li>More than 600 precise line drawings augment the text and reinforce key concepts</li><li>Helpful<br>tips and guidance for the clinical examination, from taking patient<br>history to selecting the appropriate tests and further course of action</li><li>Extensive bibliography of recommended literature for additional reading</li></ul>The third edition of <span style="font-style:italic">Clinical Tests for the Musculoskeletal System</span><br>is an essential tool for the physical examination and diagnosis of<br>functional impairments of musculoskeletal structures. This<br>user-friendly handbook is ideal for orthopaedists, physical medicine<br>and rehabilitation specialists, physical therapists, osteopathic<br>physicians, and residents in these specialties.&lt;br