Special Tests

The proliferation of special tests used in musculoskeletal examination has left the clinician with a vast array of physical tests at their disposal. Special Tests in Musculoskeletal Examination is a handy one-stop guide with over 150 peripheral tests. The clinical context and evidence base is thoroughly explored and the addition of clinical tips and expert opinion will enable the clinician to select the most appropriate tests and interpret the results meaningfully. This book is written primarily for the MSK post-graduate market but students will also find the format and content helpful as they develop their clinical skills in this specialty.

Key Features

• Step-by-step description for each test
• Clear photographic illustrations
• 'At a glance' presentation of the background evidence
• Detailed clinical context
• Comprehensive referencing of orthopaedic special tests
• Clinical tips
• 278 pages

"A clear and concise book that houses the many extra tests used in this area of medicine and, importantly, have analyzed the relevance of each one in the context of modern day, evidence based practice."
Dr Bryan English, MB ChB DO Dip Sports Med FFSEM
Chief Medical Officer Chelsea Football Club

"This book is an excellent resource for all clinicians wishing to advance their examination and interpretative skills, particularly for those training or working in a specialist musculoskeletal role."
Suzie Durrell, MSc MMACP MCSP
Consultant Physiotherapist

Paperback
ISBN 9780702030253
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