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Elsevier Science A Physiotherapist'S Guide To Clinical Measurement (Hb) by Fox
A Physiotherapist's Guide to Measurement is an essential tool for both the student and clinician who will gain ready access to a wide range of common measurement techniques. This exclusive handy guide gives detailed images of the various measuring methods used in practice, such as goniometric measurement of all the main joints; lower and upper limb girth measurements; manual muscle testing of all major muscle groups; spinal measurements; spirometry (respiratory function); and many more! Each illustration is accompanied by concise but clear instructional text. Additionally, reference tables cover the aims, methodology and results of research, summarising studies on the reliability and validity of a particular measuring tool. Highly illustrated with clear step-by-step guidanceAnatomy reviews for each regionObservational checklist to facilitate peer review and student's performanceSpace to record a simulated patient record and further notesSpiral-binding allows for easy, lie-flat reference.