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By
James Watkins, PhD, FPEA, FBASES, Professor of Biomechanics, Swansea University, Singleton Park, Swansea, UK
Ian Mathieson, BSc(Hons), PhD, MChS, Senior Lecturer, Wales Centre for Podiatric Studies, University of Wales Institute, Cardiff, UK
Included in series
Pocket Podiatry,
Description
Pocket Podiatry: Functional Anatomy gives you all the essentials of examination and diagnosis in a convenient, user-friendly format. With
the emphasis on practical, step-by-step guidance, this handy volume is specially designed to include helpful diagrams, tables, tips and
summary boxes to give you quick access to key information with the minimum of fuss.
With its clarity and portability, students
will find the Pocket Podiatry series an invaluable companion to their studies, while practitioners will appreciate its clinical orientation
and concision.
Audience
Podiatry students and practising podiatrists
Contents
Part 1 Foot Function. Elementary Biomechanics of Gait. Structure and function of the foot.
Part 2 Functional Anatomy. Connective
tissues. Articular system. Neuromuscular system. Forces in muscles and joints.
Part 3 Musculoskeletal response and adaptation
to loading. Mechanical characteristics of musculoskeletal components. Structural adaptation of the musculoskeletal system.
| Bibliographic details |
Paperback, 336 pages, publication date: MAY-2009
ISBN-13: 978-0-7020-3032-1
ISBN-10: 0-7020-3032-5
Imprint: CHURCHILL LIVINGSTONE
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Last update: 13 Oct 2009
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