Atlas of Musculoskeletal Ultrasound of the Extremities

The Atlas of Musculoskeletal Ultrasound of the Extremities is a comprehensive visual guide to musculoskeletal ultrasound imaging, featuring nearly 800 illustrations, images, and photos. It is designed for students and clinicians in physical therapy, occupational therapy, athletic training, orthopedics, rheumatology, physiatry, and podiatry and provides essential introductory training materials and a helpful reference for busy clinical environments.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 30 September 2020
Publisher: SLACK Incorporated

Musculoskeletal ultrasound imaging is a rapidly evolving field with widespread applications across various healthcare sectors. As its usage grows, there is a pressing demand for comprehensive training resources. The Atlas of Musculoskeletal Ultrasound of the Extremities, authored by Dr. Mohini Rawat, offers a comprehensive visual guide to musculoskeletal ultrasound imaging for healthcare students and clinicians.

This atlas provides detailed information on scanning protocols for the joint regions and peripheral nerves of the upper and lower extremities in a user-friendly, visually appealing format. It begins with an overview of ultrasound physics, equipment, terminology, and technique, and then proceeds to offer comprehensive instruction for musculoskeletal ultrasound of the shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee, ankle, and foot. The book concludes with a comprehensive chapter on peripheral nerves.

Each chapter in the atlas contains detailed images of scanning protocols, anatomy, sonoanatomy, patient positioning, and probe positioning for each joint region. These images are accompanied by explanatory text descriptions, along with clinical pearls under points to remember. The atlas is designed for students and clinicians in physical therapy, occupational therapy, athletic training, orthopedics, rheumatology, physiatry, and podiatry. It serves as an essential introductory training material and provides valuable reference for busy clinical environments.

By leveraging the power of ultrasound imaging, healthcare professionals can gain a deeper understanding of musculoskeletal conditions, enabling them to provide more accurate diagnoses, develop targeted treatment plans, and monitor patient progress more effectively. The Atlas of Musculoskeletal Ultrasound of the Extremities is a valuable tool in advancing the field of musculoskeletal ultrasound and improving patient care.

Weight: 680g
Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781630916022