Fundamentals of Musculoskeletal Imaging

by McKinnis, Lynn N.

• ISBN13: 9780803676022
• ISBN10: 0803676026
• eBook ISBN(s): 9781719645515
• Additional ISBN(s): 9780803638211
• Edition: 5th
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2020-12-18
• Publisher: F.A. Davis Company
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Summary

A volume in the Contemporary Perspectives in Rehabilitation Series
Edited by Steven L. Wolf, PT, PhD, FAPTA

The book that set the standard for the role of correlating imaging findings to clinical findings as part of a comprehensive patient evaluation, more specific treatment plans and better outcomes is back in a New Edition.

Here’s everything Physical Therapists need to know about medical imaging. This comprehensive guide helps you develop the skills and knowledge you need to accurately interpret imaging studies and understand written reports.

Begin with a basic introduction to radiology; then progress to evaluating radiographs and advanced imaging from head to toe. Imaging for commonly seen traumas and pathologies, as well as case studies prepare you to meet the most common to most complex challenges in clinical and practice.

A great resource for Physical Therapist wanting to get a functional… “yet easy to read textbook in musculoskeletal imaging: a subject matter that could be most challenging and laborious to read and understand… then use clinically the next day. A most enjoyable presentation and way to develop clinical competency.”—Kim D., Online Reviewer

GREAT TEXTBOOK!!“Wonderful and informational book with great add-ons as well with the online code to learn more!!”—Shirley J., Online Reviewer

Excellent book! I find the chapters are very well...“organized and make the subject of musculoskeletal imaging both interesting and digestible for someone who is just beginning to wade in the water of learning about imaging in the rehab environment.”—Online Reviewer

Table of Contents

1. General Principles of Musculoskeletal Imaging
2. Radiologic Evaluation, Search Patterns, and Diagnosis
3. Radiologic Evaluation of Fracture
4. Computed Tomography
5. Magnetic Resonance Imaging
6. Ultrasound Imaging
7. Radiologic Evaluation of the Cervical Spine
8. Radiologic Evaluation of the Temporomandibular Joint
9. Radiologic Evaluation of the Thoracic Spine, Sternum, and Ribs
10. The Chest Radiograph and Cardiopulmonary Imaging
11. Radiologic Evaluation of the Lumbosacral Spine and Sacroiliac Joints
12. Radiologic Evaluation of the Pelvis and Hip
13. Radiologic Evaluation of the Knee
14. Radiologic Evaluation of the Ankle and Foot
15. Radiologic Evaluation of the Shoulder
16. Radiologic Evaluation of the Elbow
17. Radiologic Evaluation of the Hand and Wrist
18. Integration of Diagnostic Imaging Into Physical Therapy Practice
Answers to Self-Test Questions