Musculoskeletal category: 281 books

Fibrositis is a frequent non-specific group of syndrome characterized by diffuse chronic pain, felt in and over muscle masses with focal trigger points or tender points in muscles, joints, tendons and ligaments.It is no longer necessary to find tender trigger points during the exam to make a diagnosis.Fibrositis...

Inflammation causes the aches and pains of arthritis, the discomfort of allergies, and the breathing obstruction of asthma. But over the past several years, medicine has recognized that chronic inflammation is a key underlying factor in heart disease Alzheimer's, some cancers, and the aging process...

It is the most common complex birth defect. Spina bifida affects approximately one out of every 1,000 children born in the United States. In this comprehensive guide, Dr. Adrian Sandler offers a wealth of useful information on the medical, developmental, and psychological aspects of this condition. Accurate,...

"This splendid volume is easily understandable, uses real-life situations as examples and is far more up-to-the-minute than other such books. From sexuality to surgery, it offers practical and science-based advice."--Charles M. Plotz, M.D., Editor-in-Chief, Rheuma21st.com Your complete...

The Posture and Disease Diagnosis The backbone, or spine, is made up of 26 bone discs called vertebrae. It consists of: 7 cervical or neck vertebrae 12 thoracic or chest vertebrae 5 lumbar or lower back vertebrae 1 sacrum (triangular-shaped bone at the bottom of the spine). 1 coccyx or...

This book describes Adhesive Capsulitis, Diagnosis and Treatment and Related Diseases Adhesive Capsulitis is also known as Frozen Shoulder Syndrome (FSS), a disorder of the shoulder featured by the slow onset of pain and restricted shoulder movement. Adhesive capsulitis of the shoulder produces pain...

Kyphosis is a curving of the spine that causes a bowing or rounding of the back which leads to a hunchback or slouching posture.Kyphosis can occur at any age although it is rare at birth.Adolescent kyphosis, also known as Scheuermann's disease, is caused by the wedging together of several bones...

Ankylosing Spondylitis is a chronic medical inflammatory disorder of the joints of the spine manifested by fusion (ankylosing) and inflammation (spondylitis) of some or all of the joints and bones of the spine.It is a painful progressive disease involving mainly the spine.It can also induce inflammation...

The MediFocus Guidebook on Spondylolisthesis is the most comprehensive, up-to-date source of information available. You will get answers to your questions, including risk factors of Spondylolisthesis, standard and alternative treatment options, leading doctors, hospitals and medical centers that specialize...

Yoga and Scoliosis: A Journey to Health and Healingis a deeply soothing form of moving meditation and a physical activity and is a safe way to rebuild strength, stamina, and flexibility and to address the spinal curvature of scoliosis without surgery. The book presents an evidence-based look at how...

About one in every thousand babies born each year has clubfoot, a disorder that affects foot and calf muscles. Because treatment usually begins soon after birth and continues for several years, parents play a key role in the treatment of clubfoot and need to be able to communicate effectively with...

Trigger finger you have made my finger stuck in a bent position I cannot straighten it by myself; I need to push it to enable motion When it becomes unstuck, it will pop out like a trigger It is like a swollen tendon being pushed through a narrowed tunnel This swollen tendon feels like a bump...

Finally----an effective approach to fibromyalgia treatment and recovery! "Healing Fibromyalgia is a must for the person with fibromyalgia. Dr. Trock has listened to the needs of his patients and has responded with a clear and concise book that explains the problem and provides solutions...

Part whistle-blower book, part bone health bible, Dr. Lani's No-Nonsense Bone Health Guide exposes the shocking difficulty involved in getting an accurate bone density reading and the serious risks of long term use of the most recent osteoporosis medications. Author Dr. Lani Simpson, both a...