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    Common Vertebral Joint Problems

    Gregory P. Grieve (Author)

    9780443033650, Elsevier Health Sciences

    Hardback, published 19 December 1988

    804 pages, 618 ills.
    28.1 x 22.2 x 4 cm, 1.96 kg

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

  • 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
  • Superbly illustrated: 412 photographs and 206 line illustrations"

    • 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

    Subject Areas: Complementary medicine [MX]
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