Functional Anatomy of the Spine 2/E

Description
This book provides the solid foundation of knowledge therapists need
to safely and accurately treat musculoskeletal disorders of the
spine. It presents a comprehensive view of applied functional anatomy
and biomechanics of the whole spine, examining normal and abnormal
function of the spine, the response of tissues to injury, and the
effects of age-related changes. Thoroughly referenced and extensively
illustrated with over 200 original, high-quality diagrams, it serves
as an excellent resource for clinical decision making. The 2nd
edition explores several areas in greater depth ?including the
sacroiliac joint, thoracic biomechanics, muscles ?and reviews
recent papers and the scientific evidence of functional anatomy.




Key Features

*Accessory and physiological spinal movements are thoroughly
described.

*Palpation is covered in detail.

*Numerous guidelines for safe practice are provided.

*A valuable, comprehensive chapter covers posture, lifting, and the
prevention of injury.

*Coverage of applied anatomy and biomechanics is written by
therapists for therapists.

*New theories on thoracic biomechanics are presented, rarely covered
by other anatomy books.

*All topics have been updated to reflect recent scientific evidence,
enabling the reader to more effectively formulate and manage
treatment plans.

*New illustrations to complement the text and improve readers'
understanding of the material.



New to this Edition

*A one-of-a-kind chapter covering the sacroiliac joint has been
comprehensively revised.

*Expanded material is provided on the autonomic nervous system,
thoracic spine biomechanics, and the biomechanics of the lower limb
as it relates to the spine.

*New sections address adverse neural tension, cervical discs,
proprioception and muscle imbalance, and mechanics of the jaw and
upper cervical spine.

*An update on vertebral artery and blood supply presents the latest
knowledge on the subject.


- Contents -

Structure of the vertebral column Sacroiliac joints Embryology
Cervical discs Thoracic spine biomechanics The jaw and upper cervical
spine Posture










Author Information

Alison Middleditch, MCSP, Senior Physiotherapist, Queen Mary's
University Hospital, Roehampton, UK; and Jean Oliver, MCSP, SRP,
Founder, Back Care Service; Director, Back Care Education Programme,
Cambridge, UK