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The Biomechanics of Back Pain
By Mike Adams, Nikolai Bogduk, Kim Burton and Patricia Dolan
Back pain is a common condition that affects a large percentage of the population, creating a significant impact on individual health and employment, as well as on the workload of manual therapy practitioners and orthopedic surgeons. This practical text, written by four key researchers in the field, offers an effective approach to the management and treatment of back pain based on applications of biomechanics. By linking the clinical anatomy of the spine to biomechanics principles, it provides a bridge between anatomy and practical applications. This highly illustrated, up-to-date book is essential reading for anyone involved in the care and treatment of patients with back pain, as well as for those studying its causes and methods of prevention.
Introduction. The lumbar spine. The biology of spinal tissues. Low back pain. Epidemiology of low back trouble. Forces acting on the lumbar spine. Mechanical function of the lumbosacral spine. Mechanical damage to the lumbar spine. Functional pathology. Preventing and treating back pain. Medico-legal considerations.
Clinical Biomechanics of the Spine
by Augustus A. White, Manohar M. Panjabi ISBN: 0397507208
Combining orthopedic surgery with biomechanical engineering, this reference and teaching text reviews and analyzes the clinical and scientific data on the mechanics of the human spine. This edition adds new material on vibration (i.e. road driving) and its effect on the spine; anatomy and kinematics of the occipital cervical junction; clinical biomechanics of kyphosis deformity; scoliosis and the limited role of bracing; spinal trauma; and the role of athletics in cervical spine injuries.
Clinical Biomechanics of Spinal Manipulation
by Walter Herzog, W. Herzog (Editor) ISBN: 0443078084
This clinically oriented text focuses on biomechanics as it relates to spinal manipulative treatment, emphasizing the applications to daily practice.
Chapters cover basic mechanics, functional anatomy, mechanics of spinal manipulation, and the effects of spinal manipulation. A chapter of case studies illustrates the application of biomechanics to spinal manipulation.
Movement, Stability and Low Back Pain: The Essential Role of the Pelvis
by Andry Vleeming (Editor) ISBN: 0443055742
The human pelvis, in particular movement at the pelvic joints, has recently become the focus of a number of major research programmes. The outcomes of this research are giving rise to a new set of questions with important clinical implications. These questions include: Is the consideration of the lumbar spine and pelvis as separate entities an obstacle to the effective treatment of back pain? What are the similarities between lumbopelvic pain and peripartum pain? Does the latest anatomical and biomechanical research provide the missing links? How is the stability of the pelvis maintained? What effect does lumbar spine surgery have on pelvic stability? What is the relevance of the latest kinematic findings to the prevention and treatment of low back pain? Movement, Stability and Low Back Pain brings together the latest findings which help to provide the answers to these questions. Back pain is one of the most common clinical problems in modern society. Its safe and effective management concerns many professional groups from gynaecologists and midwives to physiotherapists, osteopaths, chiropractors and orthopaedic surgeons.
Pelvic Locomotor Dysfunction: A Clinical Approach
by George G. Defranca, Linda J. Levine ISBN: 0834207567
This practical chiropractic reference discusses a clinical approach to common locomotor disturbances of the pelvic joints, specifically, the sacroiliac, hip, and pubic symphysis joints. Soft tissue and muscular dysfunction are also covered. The book focuses on the more common disorders that most practitioners using manual methods see on a daily basis. Opening chapters review the anatomy and function of the sacroiliac joints. Two chapters address making a clinical assessment, history taking and general considerations. A heavily illustrated examination chapter, plus treatment chapters covering mobilization and manipulation, provide a wealth of practical clinical applications. The soft tissue treatment techniques discussed include myofascial trigger points and length—strength restoration of muscles. A chapter discusses stretching techniques and exercises that can be taught to patients to do at home. An Instructor's manual is available.
Basic Biomechanics of the Musculoskeletal System
by Victor H., Ph.D. Frankel, Margareta Nordin (Editor), Victor H. Frankel (Editor)
3rd edition (May 1, 2001) ISBN: 0683302477
This textbook introduces biomechanical principles for use in the evaluation and treatment of musculoskeletal dysfunction. Three sections address the biomechanics of musculoskeletal tissues and structures, the biomechanics of joints, and applied biomechanics. The book features contributions from a variety of disciplines, including orthopedic surgery, physical therapy, occupational therapy, hand surgery, physical medicine and rehabilitation, sports medicine, biomechanical engineering, and anesthesiology. Numerous b&w illustrations are included.
Textbook of Clinical Chiropractic:
A Specific Biomechanical Approach
by Gregory Plaugher
ISBN: 0683068970
"...contains unique coverage of chiropractic management of spinal fractures and dislocations along with three dimensional overlays superimposed on illustrations to aid in the visualization of spatial orientation.
Mechanical Low Back Pain:
Perspectives in Functional Anatomy
by James A. Porterfield, Carl Derosa ISBN: 0721668372
B. Saunders. Cleveland State Univ., OH. Biomechanics and treatment for physical therapists.
"The second edition includes new scientific & rehabilitation strategies regarding the anatomy and mechanics of the lower. back...looks at physical factors and also considers psychological & social effects on the back."
Mechanical Neck Pain: Perspectives in Functional Anatomy
by James A. Porterfield, Carl Derosa ISBN: 072166640X
This comprehensive textbook on the cervical spine describes the structure and function of the cervical spine from a sound anatomical basis. The text also includes detailed evaluation and treatment strategies based on a biomechanical model. Included is a detailed description of the pathomechanics surrounding cervical spine dysfunction.
Purpose: The primary purpose is to describe the biomechanics of the cervical spine and related structures. The text also seeks to provide clinicians and students with practical evaluation strategies. This textbook fills a huge void in the area describing specific cervical spine function and evaluation techniques, especially for the practicing clinician.
The Cranio-Cervical Syndrome: Mechanisms, Assessment and Treatment
by Howard Vernon
ISBN: 0750644958
Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College, Toronto. Provides a comprehensive resource for practitioners. Presents anatomy and biomechanics of this spinal region and how the neurophysiology of the area provides an understanding of the mechanisms underlying neck and head pain as well as balance disorders.
Mechanical Shoulder Disorders: Perspectives in Functional Anatomy (Book and DVD)
by James Porterfield, Carl DeRosa ISBN: 0721692729
Covers information on clinical anatomy, mechanics, evaluation, and treatment of shoulder disorders.
Discusses in detail tissue injury, the healing process, and the role of the neuromuscular system of the trunk and shoulder complex.
Features more than 100 anatomical illustrations augmenting key concepts. Also includes step-by-step procedures for patient assessment.
Physiology (Physiology)
by Robert M. Berne (Editor), Matthew N. Levy (Editor), Bruce M. Koeppen (Editor), Bruce A. Stanton (Editor)
5th edition (June 1, 2003) ISBN: 0323022251
Here is a comprehensive, up-to-date, and authoritative textbook of human physiology that emphasizes fundamental mechanisms and concepts. Expert authors use an organ-based approach to clearly describe all of the mechanisms that control and regulate function. Key experimental observations and examples provide a better understanding of the body's dynamic processes, and an increased emphasis on molecular biology and genetic diseases reflects today's expanding knowledge base. Shaded boxes highlight clinical correlations.
Physiology (Physiology)
by Matthew N. Levy, Bruce M. Koeppen (Editor), Bruce A. Stanton, Robert M. Berne (Editor)
4th edition (January 15, 1998) ISBN: 0815109520
PHYSIOLOGY is known for its direct, scientific approach to the subject matter. Its well-respected authors use an organ system-based approach to clearly describe all of the mechanisms that control and regulate bodily function. This 5th Edition features a greatly increased emphasis on molecular biology and genetic diseases. And, the Nervous System section has been completely reorganized in accordance with the latest trends in medical education.
Textbook of Medical Physiology (Textbook of Medical Physiology)
by Arthur C. Guyton, John E. Hall 10th edition (August 15, 2000)
ISBN: 072168677X
The new edition of this classic Physiology textbook continues to provide comprehensive coverage of basic physiology and its relation to clinical medicine.
It has been thoroughly revised throughout to improve clarity of the concepts and to include new physiological principles where necessary.
Pocket Companion to Textbook of Medical Physiology
by Arthur C. Guyton, John E. Hall 10th Pckt edition (August 25, 2000) ISBN: 0721687296
The 10th edition of the popular pocket companion to Guyton Textbook of Physiology is completely updated and revised and is used by many as a physiology pocket reference. This pocket companion to Guyton's Textbook of Medical Physiology provides a concise overview of crucial physiology facts and concepts necessary for the study of medicine. Small enough to be carried in a coat pocket, this all-day companion succeeds at distilling huge amounts of information from the parent text into small, digestible core concepts designed for rapid comprehension. For students. Softcover.
Textbook of Medical Physiology
by Arthur C. Guyton, John E. Hall 9th edition (January 15, 1996)
ISBN: 0721659446
A comprehensive yet concise new edition geared toward medical and dental students taking physiology courses.
Textbook of Medical Physiology also serves as an ideal review resource for physiology teachers.
It offers specific discussions of pathophysiology in most clinical areas of medicine.
Essential Medical Physiology, Third Edition
by Leonard R. Johnson
3 edition (July, 2003) ISBN: 0123875846
This third edition of Essential Medical Physiology has been thoroughly revised and covers the principal subjects covered in a modern medical school physiology course. It includes chapters on general physiology, as well as cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, gastrointestinal, endocrine, central nervous system, and integrative physiology.
Chiropractic Management of Spine Related Disorders
by Meridel I. Gatterman
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; 2nd edition (November 15, 2002)
ISBN: 068330240X
Introductory text on chiropractic management of spine disorders combines orthopedic, kinesiological/biomechanical, and chiropractic principles for patient management. Provides patient-centered guidance for various spine related disorders. Abundant halftone illustrations.