Description
Manual Assessment (2nd ed.)
Book Summary
This second edition of Manual Assessment establishes itself as an essential reference guide for the physiotherapy professional. With a focus on the comprehensive assessment of the patient, the work offers detailed, step-by-step descriptions of nearly 780 clinical tests. The reader will find expanded content, restructured for agile consultation and enriched with the most current scientific evidence, thereby facilitating daily clinical practice and well-founded decision-making.
What is it about?
The work is an exhaustive manual covering the most relevant manual assessment tests in the field of physiotherapy. It is structured around the specialties of Rheumatology, Traumatology, and Orthopedics, offering a systematic and homogeneous approach for each test. Each of the nearly 780 tests is presented following a fixed outline that includes: the exposition of the test, the patient's position, the therapist's position, the execution of the test, its interpretation, and information derived from scientific research. This format allows the professional to understand not only the "how," but the "why" of each maneuver, integrating evidence into their practice.
Main Topics
- Manual assessment in Rheumatology.
- Manual assessment in Traumatology.
- Manual assessment in Orthopedics.
- Clinical interpretation of functional and orthopedic tests.
- Application of scientific evidence in patient assessment.
- Comprehensive patient evaluation from a physiotherapeutic approach.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is primarily aimed at physiotherapists, both in training and in professional practice, who are looking for a practical, evidence-based guide for manual assessment. It is also of great use to students of the Degree in Physiotherapy, osteopaths, and other healthcare professionals interested in delving deeper into physical examination techniques for the musculoskeletal system.
What this book provides
- Access to a compendium of nearly 780 manual assessment tests, described in a clear and structured manner.
- More than 850 images illustrating the execution of the tests step-by-step, facilitating their understanding and practical application.
- Integration of current scientific evidence into the interpretation of tests, which allows for more rigorous clinical practice.
- A homogeneous and easy-to-consult format that saves time in the preparation and execution of assessments.
Technical Specifications
- Author: Díaz Mancha, J.A.
- Publisher: Elsevier España, S.L.U.
- Language: Spanish
- Topic: Medicine: general issues, Physiotherapy
- Collection: Elsevier
- Binding: Hardcover
- Publication Date: April 2020
- Number of pages: 616
- Weight: 895 g
Editorial Review
This second edition of Manual Assessment represents a significant evolution compared to its predecessor. The inclusion of new graphic material and the updating of content with the most recent scientific evidence make it an indispensable working tool. Its systematic structure and focus on the comprehensive assessment of the patient respond to the real needs of the clinician, offering a solid foundation for physical examination and clinical reasoning in physiotherapy.