Description

This unique book teaches students how to read and interpret x-rays and other imaging techniques of the musculoskeletal system. 599 illustrations help the reader understand the capabilities, limitations, and diagnostic value of imaging.This book will help the reader: — understand the capabilities, limitations, and diagnostic value of imaging– read a radiologist’s report– integrate this information into the physical therapy evaluation– differentiate between normal and abnormal anatomy and recognize age-related bone and joint changes– recognize common disease progressions, acute musculoskeletal trauma, and fracture characteristics