Examination of Peripheral Nerve Injuries: An Anatomical Approach - Softcover

Russell, Stephen M.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 3131430710 ISBN 13: 9783131430717

Publisher: Thieme Publishing Group, 2006

Synopsis

Highly Commended in Neurology by the British Medical Association, 2007 This book is an anatomically based guide to locating and diagnosing peripheral nerve entrapment and injuries, complete with all the fundamental science concepts and diagnostic techniques the clinician needs to address injuries in the upper and lower extremities of the body. Full-color photographs and easy-to-digest schematic illustrations aid the comprehension of complex anatomy and its variations, and help the reader learn the examination techniques described in the book. Highlights: Step-by-step descriptions supplemented by 150 full color illustrations and photographs guide the reader through the examination techniques Thorough review of the anatomy of each peripheral nerve helps the reader gain a firm understanding of normal structure essential for recognizing and diagnosing injury Emphasis on the most common anatomical variations in the peripheral nervous system prepares the reader for the full range of clinical scenarios Descriptions of the brachial and lumbosacral plexi in the context of their major branches allows the reader to fully grasp complicated structures Examination of Peripheral Nerve Injuries addresses the needs of residents, fellows, trainees, and students in a range of specialties including neurology, orthopedics, neurosurgery, rehabilitation medicine, plastic surgery, hand surgery, peripheral nerve surgery, physical therapy, pain management and primary care. Residents seeking an excellent board review in this area will appreciate the concise format and the wealth of information contained in this book.

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Review

"This book is written succinctly, remains comprehensive in scope, and is exceptionally well organized, easy to read, and well illustrated. This book is similar to Greenberg's Handbook of Neurosurgery in which the essentials are distilled and concisely presented. The anatomy, function (as shown by the clinical examination), and clinical syndromes are described beautifully using a combination of text, schematic illustrations, and photographs of subjects under actual examinations. In summary, this gem of a book provides both the novice and seasoned clinician with a means of rapidly learning and reviewing the essentials of peripheral nerve anatomy and function in an extremely succinct and well-organized form. It is aptly named and its price ($49.95) makes it a bargain. It can be conveniently carried in one's coat or jacket pocket where it deserves to be."--Journal of Neurosurgery

"Careful focus to detail and the wealth of information useful for the trainee or for the more experiencedA

This book is written succinctly, remains comprehensive in scope, and is exceptionally well organized, easy to read, and well illustrated. This book is similar to Greenberg's Handbook of Neurosurgery in which the essentials are distilled and concisely presented. The anatomy, function (as shown by the clinical examination), and clinical syndromes are described beautifully using a combination of text, schematic illustrations, and photographs of subjects under actual examinations. In summary, this gem of a book provides both the novice and seasoned clinician with a means of rapidly learning and reviewing the essentials of peripheral nerve anatomy and function in an extremely succinct and well-organized form. It is aptly named and its price ($49.95) makes it a bargain. It can be conveniently carried in one's coat or jacket pocket where it deserves to be.--Journal of NeurosurgeryCareful focus to detail and the wealth of information useful for the trainee or for the more experienced clinician wishing a little refreshing of knowledge.--Journal of Hand SurgeryThis book is well organized, user friendly, and is small and light enough to fit into the pocket of a lab coat. The photographs and illustrations help to clearly convey salient concepts. ..An excellent reference.--Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical TherapyA very effective book for the evaluation of nerve deficits associated with trauma. The sequences of examination are given in a well integrated and logical fashion. The photographs of the examination maneuvers are truly instructive, and add up to the best gallery of such illustrations I have seen. ..Recommend[ed]..to anyone learning or teaching the diagnosis of peripheral nerve injuries.--MicrosurgeryHigh-quality illustrations..easy to read through and understand.--Doody's Book Reviews

From the Back Cover

"Examination of Peripheral Nerve Injuries, Second Edition, " is an updated version of an anatomically based guide that teaches neurosurgeons how to properly examine a patient with a suspected focal neuropathy. This new edition contains unique, full-color illustrations that, along with high-quality photographs, help readers master the details of performing specific procedures and examinations on patients with peripheral nerve injuries.

Key Features: More than 80 new full-color illustrations guide the reader through each techniquePhotographs illustrate muscular examination techniquesAnatomical relationships are emphasized throughout the bookFocuses on the most common anatomical variations, using both schematic figures and simplified text descriptions to facilitate learning

Neurosurgeons and neurologists, as well as residents in these specialties, will read this book cover to cover and refer to it whenever they are preparing to examine patients with complex peripheral nerve injuries.

Edition details

• Publisher: Thieme Publishing Group
• Publication date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 3131430710
• ISBN 13: 9783131430717
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 192