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The Patellofemoral Joint in the Athlete
Robin V. West
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Description for The Patellofemoral Joint in the Athlete
Hardcover. This comprehensively illustrated publication on a vital sector of sports medicine provides an extensive review of the physical examination, radiographic evaluation, differential diagnoses, and treatment options of common patellofemoral disorders. Editor(s): West, Robin; Colvin, Alexis. Num Pages: 184 pages, 62 black & white illustrations, 63 colour illustrations, 4 black & white tables, biograph. BIC Classification: MMS; MNS; MQV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 185 x 259 x 15. Weight in Grams: 570.
Patellofemoral disorders are extremely prevalent in athletes and can lead to chronic pain, instability, weakness, and inconsistent or poor athletic performance. These disorders can be difficult to diagnose. Treatment options can vary depending upon several factors, including the sport and the time during the sports season when the symptoms occur. Treatment also varies depending on the age of the patient and their competition level.
The Patellofemoral Joint in the Athlete provides an extensive review of the physical examination, radiographic evaluation, differential diagnoses, and treatment options of common patellofemoral disorders, including patellar chondrosis, pain and instability. The contributors are nationally recognized ... Read moreexperts in the patellofemoral joint that treat athletes of all ages and abilities. Appropriate for orthopedic surgeons, sports medicine physicians, rehabilitation physicians and physical therapists, this book is a comprehensive guide to the unique and sport-specific concerns of athletes of all ages and abilities with regard to the patellofemoral joint.
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Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Place of Publication
New York, NY, United States
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About Robin V. West
Robin V. West, MD, Associate Professort, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA Alexis C. Colvin, MD, Assistant Professor, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York, NY, USA
Reviews for The Patellofemoral Joint in the Athlete
From the reviews: “This 165-page book is an efficient and amazingly thorough, current-concepts overview of patellofemoral problems in athletes that covers the anatomy to arthroplasty. … This book targets a broad range of orthopedic surgeons, ranging from those in training to those established in practice who commonly or rarely perform patellofemoral surgery. … This book presents the most up-to-date ... Read moreoverview of patellofemoral problems currently available. It is efficient, comprehensive, and a great addition to your library.” (Mark R. Hutchinson, Doody’s Book Reviews, November, 2013) Show Less