Common Vertebral Joint Problems - Edition 2 - By Gregory P. Grieve, FCSP, DipTP Elsevier Educate

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Common Vertebral Joint Problems,

Edition 2

By Gregory P. Grieve, FCSP, DipTP

Publication Date: 19 Dec 1988

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Describes the genesis, pathology, clinical features, presentation, syndromes, clinical examination, investigation procedures, treatment, prophylaxis, and surgery of common vertebral joint problems.

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New edition of a highly successful, widely acclaimed book

Completely updated to take account of recent developments in research and practice

The Gray's Anatomy" of spinal musculoskeletal pain - now the essential reference for all involved in the treatment of vertebral conditions

The only single book to offer a comprehensive survey of the whole field

Covers the genesis, pathology, clinical features, presentation, syndromes, clinical examination, investigation procedures, treatment, prophylaxis, and surgery of common vertebral joint problems

Gives the reader a thoughtful and critical digest of more than 2500 references - two-thirds of these

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By Gregory P. Grieve, FCSP, DipTP

1. Applied anatomy - regional

Upper CervicalCervicalTemporomandibular jointCervicotheracicThoracic spine and ribsLumbarPelvic joitnsSurface anatomy

2. Applied anatomy - general

Articular cartilageSynovial joint lubricationFibrous connective tissuesMuscleVertebral movementThe lumbar mechanism Intervertebral foramenBiomechanics of spinal cord and meningesVenous drainageAutonomic nervous systemPatterns of somatic nerve root supply

3. Aetiology in general terms

4. Incidence

GeneralSegmental

5. Pathological changes - general

Synovial joitnsVertebral body jointsNerve root involvement Soft tissuesNeoplasms

6. Pathological changes - combined regional

Upper cervicalCervicalCervicothoracicThoracicLumbarSphincter disturbancePelvisSerious pathology simulating musculoskeletal pain

7. Clinical features

Neurological changesPain and tendernessAutonomic nervous system in vertebral pain syndromesReferred painAbnormalities of feeling Changes in muscle and soft tissueDeformityFunctional disablementPsychological aspects

8. Common patterns of clinical presentation

Arthrosis and spondylosisUpper cervicalTemporomandibular jointCervicalCervicothoracicClavicular jointsThoracic and rib jointsLumbar spine and pelvisPelvic arthropathyDrug-induced joint and muscle painsNeoplasms

9. Examination

IntroductionHistoryObservationPhysical testsSpecial testsPalpationRegional examination procedures Temporomandibular jointNeck and forequarterShoulderShoulder girdleThoracic regionBack and hindquarterSacroiliac jointHip jointPassive physiological-movement testsStructural and neural interdependence

10. Investigation procedures

11. Principles of treatment

AimsManipulation in general terms Passive movement - definitionsTechniques1. Massage2. Maintenance movements3. Mobilisation - regional, localised, limb girdles4. Manipulation - regional, localised5. Correction of listing6. Stretching7. Traction - manual and mechanical8. Recording passive movement treatment: clinical methodManually assisted or manually resisted movements1. Self-correction of listing2.Post-isometric relaxation3. Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitationActive Movements1.Exercises for strength and mobility2. Autrotraction3. Soft-tissue stretching

12. Indications

13. Contraindications

14. Supports and appliances and adjunct physical treatments

15. Medication and alternative methods of pain relief

16. Prophylaxis

17. Invasive procedures

MinorMajor

Index

ISBN: 9780443033650

Page Count: 804

Illustrations : 618 ills.

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Physiotherapists, chiropractors, oesteopaths, orthopaedic surgeons

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