The Malalignment Syndrome
diagnosis and treatment of common pelvic and back pain
By- Wolf Schamberger, Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and The Allan McGavin Sports Medicine Center, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
Lack of appreciation and knowledge of the malalignment syndrome often leads to a failure to notice the possible aetiological or predisposing factors contributing to many musculoskeletal problems. Recognition of the syndrome by physicians, chiropractors, osteopaths, podiatrists, physiotherapists, kinesiologists, sports trainers and others dealing with patients and athletes (including equine) can help them implement appropriate treatment and training to correct the malalignment and actually prevent the initial occurrence of symptoms.
Now in its second edition, The Malalignment Syndrome has established itself as a trusty one-stop reference providing a detailed description of this syndrome and how it can be identified and treated. It concentrates on the trunk, pelvis, spine, sacroiliac joint and legs, incorporating anatomy, biomechanics, stability issues, possible causes, examination and diagnostic techniques as well as a comprehensive treatment approach. Emphasis is also placed on the participation of the patient/athlete in the day-to day treatment process to achieve long-term results.
Audience
Physiotherapists, Manual Therapists, Physicians
Hardbound, 624 Pages
Published: September 2012
Imprint: Churchill Livingstone
ISBN: 978-0-443-06929-1
Contents
Foreword
Acknowledgements
Introduction 2012
Introduction 2002 (1st edition)Ch 1. The malalignment syndrome: A synopsis
Ch 2. Common presentations and diagnostic techniques
Ch 3. The Malalignment SyndromeCh 4. The malalignment syndrome: Related pain phenomena and the implications for medicine
Ch 5. Clinical correlations in sportsCh 6. Horses, saddles and riders
Ch 7. A comprehensive treatment approach
David Lane and Lauren FraserCh 8. Treatment: Manual therapy modes
Ch 9. Conclusion
Sarah Stevens and Karina SteinbergAppendices
Glossary
1. Sacroiliac joint rotational malalignment
2. Sacroiliac joint upslip (right side)
3. Asymmetry of lower extremity ranges of motion
4. Asymmetry of lower extremity muscle strength
5. Clinical correlations specific to running
6. Clinical findings: Anatomical (true) long right leg
7. Combination of asymmetries (1st case presentation)
8. Combination of asymmetries (2nd case presentation)
9. The thoracolumbar syndrome
10. Clinical correlations to non-specific sports
11. Clinical correlations to specific sports
12. Factors contributing to recurrence of injuries
13. Causes of recurrent malalignment
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