Clinical Biomechanics of the Lower Extremities

Ronald L. Valmassy (Author)

9780801679865, Elsevier Health Sciences

Hardback, published 27 October 1995

528 pages, 460 ills
27.8 x 21.5 x 3.1 cm, 1.456 kg

Clinical Biomechanics of the Lower Extremity is a comprehensive text addressing the principles of anatomic and biomechanical development and the clinical application of these principles to disease/disorder management. The emphasis of the book is on practical information applicable to the daily practice of lower extremity care. Topics covered include: the physical examination and the assessment of disorders having a biomechanical basis, casting techniques, prescription writing, orthotic trouble-shooting, splinting and shoe prescription for athletic activity.

• Principles of anatomic and biomechanical development. • Clinical application to disease/disorder management • Practical information applicable to daily practice.• Addresses scientific background, physical examination, assessment of disorders, biomechanical basis of specific disorders, and total management.• Chapters on pediatric evaluation.• Biomechanical basis of surgical correction of common disorders.

Subject Areas: Chiropody & podiatry [MQK]