Clinical Biomechanics of the Lower ExtremitiesRonald L. Valmassy CLINICAL BIOMECHANICS OF THE LOWER EXTREMITY is a comprehensive text addressing the principles of anatomic and biomechanical development and the clinical application of these principles to disease/disorder management. The emphasis of the book is on practical information applicable to the daily practice of lower extremity care. Topics covered include: the physical examination and the assessment of disorders having a biomechanical basis, casting techniques, prescription writing, orthotic trouble-shooting, splinting and shoe prescription for athletic activity. |
Contents
Lower extremity function | 1 |
Pathomechanics of lower extremity function | 59 |
The classification of human foot types abnormal foot function | 85 |
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