Neuromuscular Quick Pocket Reference (Original PDF from Publisher)

Neuromuscular Quick Pocket Reference (Original PDF from Publisher)

Rawa Jaro Araim MD DO (Author) , Maryam Rafael Aghalar DO (Author) , Lyn D. Weiss MD (Author) Neuromuscular Quick Pocket Reference provides students , residents and fellows a quick reference guide to neuromusculoskeletal tests .

Composed primarily of tables , charts and photographs utilizing a tabular format , this handy reference puts together and organizes the information that trainees and practitioners in PM&R , neurology , orthopedics , rheumatology and family medicine use on a daily basis . It provides the busy clinician or trainee with clear information on these tests , including why the test is used , how to perform the test (written and in photographs) , sensitivity , specificity and references . The first part of the book covers physical exam by region .

The second part of the book is devoted to common neurological tests and scales , including muscles,  motor points , dermatomes and myotomes (EMG charts) , spasticity findings , radiculopathies and Traumatic Brain Injury assessment and grading and pain scales . Small , focused and conciseNeuromuscular Quick Pocket Reference will be a white coat staple for medical students in PM&R and related disciplines .

Features of Neuromuscular Quick Pocket Reference Include : Pocket-Sized for portability and ease of use Information is organized to maximize accessibility of information Covers common neuromuscular assessment tests performed on a daily basis Sensitivity and specificity of each test is displayed Illustrations help clarify topics that are difficult to understand (brachial plexus for example) Illustrated throughout Collects frequently-used neurological tables and scales for quick look-up of essential patient care information .

Neuromuscular Quick Pocket Reference (Original PDF from Publisher)

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