“Movement = health and motion is life.” – The Joint Play and Mobilization text is designed as a quick reference guide for students, instructors and healthcare providers. It is a companion to the Orthopedic Conditions Manual, Muscle Manual and Orthopedic Assessment Text.
 
This text bridges the gap between academics and practical application. Information sources include: original research articles with cutting-edge information, 100s of cadaver dissections & decades of evidence based, multidisciplinary clinical experience. We also demo with different sized practitioners to show variation in biomechanics and gender application (5ft/100lbs female vs. 6ft/170lbs male).
 
This book contains concise, easily accessible information on topics including joint play and mobilizations, muscle energy and myofascial techniques and much more…
 
For students
Execute the steps of effective mobilizations and joint-play including indications, CIs, position, contact, tissue pull and vectors
Chapter quizzes & final exam
Video of ROM, special tests & mobilizations
 
For instructors
By chapter learning objectives and outcome markers
Regional quizzes & grading rubrics
Follow-up evidence based Orthopedic Assessment & orthopathology texts
 
In addition, this text is a valuable study guide for students, practitioners and doctors preparing for National Board Exams, State/Province Board Exams, Clinical Skills
Examinations and many other standardized licensure examinations.
 
Over 2000 Illustrations & Images
Regional learning objectives and tests
Online Video, Image & Text Resources
Multidisciplinary Peer Reviewed (DC, DO, MD, ND, PhD, PT, RMT, RN)
Pocket-Sized & Portable
Clear Presentation & Logical Format Saves Time
Perfect for Licensure & Board Exam Review
A Must-Have for Clinic & General Practice
 
ISBN: 978-0-9936191-4-4