Dutton's Orthopaedic: Examination, Evaluation and Intervention, 5th Edition

Dutton’s Orthopaedic: Examination, Evaluation and Intervention provides readers with a systematic logical approachto the examination and intervention of the orthopedic patient. Thiscomprehensive and up-to-date fifth edition strikes the perfect balance in itscoverage of the continuum of care of an orthopaedic patient. The contentemphasizes the appropriate use of manual techniques and therapeutic exercisewhile outlining the correct applications of multiple adjuncts to therehabilitative process.

The content reflects the consistent unified voice of asingle author–a prominent practicing therapist who delivers step-by-stepguidance on the anatomy, biomechanics, examination, and treatment of each jointand region. This in-depth coverage leads you logically through the systemsreview and differential diagnosis aided by decision-making algorithms andfeatures new coverage on balance, pain assessment, and concussions. New videoson testing and method techniques are available on AccessPT.

This edition has an added 10-15 case studies as well asupdated chapters to reflect the latest research and treatment techniques.