A Clinical Guide to Surface Palpation: The Art and Science of the Perfect Touch

Surface palpation is a valuable method for clinicians in detecting and treating a variety of injuries and medical conditions. A Clinical Guide to Surface Palpation, Second Edition With HKPropel Online Video, is a comprehensive guide that will help both students and health care professionals become proficient in these techniques so they can successfully assess and treat their patients. Using a simple step-by-step approach, A Clinical Guide to Surface Palpation, Second Edition, provides concise explanations of palpation techniques, organized by regions of the body. A brief overview of skeletal and muscle anatomy is offered for each region-including coverage of bony tissue, soft tissue, and neurovascular structures-to facilitate a better understanding of the relationship between structures and how they function together, leading to improved clinical examination skills. Tips for palpating bony landmarks are also discussed. Formerly titled A Clinical Guide to Musculoskeletal Palpation, this second edition has been expanded to include information on visceral palpation. One of very few textbooks that teaches readers how to examine the abdomen and pelvis, it recognizes the profound effect these structures can have on the function of the neuromuscular system. The visual aspect of the second edition has also been significantly upgraded. Anatomical overlays have been added to the numerous photos depicting proper technique to provide a clear view of the exact structures lying beneath the surface. More than 50 related online video clips, delivered through HKPropel, have also been added to showcase real demonstrations of common clinical palpation techniques. The skills are demonstrated in a step-by-step format to help readers understand the nuances of difficult techniques. This text also includes several learning aids to enhance anatomical knowledge and clinical skills. Clinical Pearls and notes throughout the text offer clinically relevant guidance alongside information on body structure identification and assessment. Each chapter concludes with a case study presenting a common clinical condition as well as review questions that prompt readers to apply their new understanding and proficiency. The most comprehensive resource of its kind, A Clinical Guide to Surface Palpation, Second Edition, fosters a strong foundation in anatomical knowledge to optimize the development and execution of palpation skills. It is a must-have for all practitioners, instructors, and students in the manual therapy professions. Note: A code for accessing the online videos is included with all new print books.

Table of Contents:
Chapter 1. Introduction to the Art and Science of Palpation Definition of Palpation Goals of Palpation Psychomotor Skill of Palpation Importance of Palpation as a Component of the Examination Role of Anatomy in Palpation Palpation of Different Structures Body Mechanics Conclusion Review Questions Chapter 2. Skull and Face Functions of the Skull and Face Bony Anatomy Soft Tissue Anatomy Neurovascular Anatomy Structural Inspection Palpation Case Study Review Questions Chapter 3. Superficial Back and Shoulder Complex Functions of the Shoulder Girdle Complex Bony Anatomy Soft Tissue Anatomy Neurovascular Anatomy Structural Inspection Palpation Case Study Review Questions Chapter 4. Pectoral and Axillary Regions Functions of the Pectoral Region Bony Anatomy Soft Tissue Anatomy Neurovascular Anatomy Structural Inspection Palpation Case Study Review Questions Chapter 5. Elbow and Forearm Functions of the Elbow and Forearm Bony Anatomy Soft Tissue Anatomy Neurovascular Anatomy Structural Inspection Palpation Case Study Review Questions Chapter 6. Wrist and Hand Functions of the Wrist and Hand Bony Anatomy Soft Tissue Anatomy Neurovascular Anatomy Structural Inspection Palpation Case Study Review Questions Chapter 7. Cervical Spine and Thorax Functions of the Cervical Spine, Thoracic Spine, and Rib Cage Bony Anatomy Soft Tissue Anatomy Neurovascular Anatomy Structural Inspection Palpation Case Study Review Questions Chapter 8. Lumbosacral Spine Functions of the Lumbosacral Spine Bony Anatomy Soft Tissue Anatomy Neurovascular Anatomy Structural Inspection Palpation Case Study Review Questions Chapter 9. Abdomen and Pelvis Functions of the Abdomen and Pelvis Bony Anatomy Soft Tissue Anatomy Neurovascular Anatomy Abdominal Visceral Anatomy Pelvic Visceral Anatomy Structural Inspection Palpation Case Study Review Questions Chapter 10. Hip and Groin Region Functions of the Hip Joint Bony Anatomy Soft Tissue Anatomy Neurovascular Anatomy Structural Inspection Palpation Case Study Review Questions Chapter 11. Knee and Thigh Functions of the Knee Joint Bony Anatomy Soft Tissue Anatomy Neurovascular Anatomy Structural Inspection Palpation Case Study Review Questions Chapter 12. Lower Leg, Ankle, and Foot Functions of the Foot and Ankle Joints Bony Anatomy Soft Tissue Anatomy Neurovascular Anatomy Structural Inspection Palpation Case Study Review Questions

About the Author :
Michael Masaracchio, PT, DPT, PhD, OCS, FAAOMPT, is an associate professor and the chairperson of the department of physical therapy at Long Island University in Brooklyn. He is also the current director of the anatomy lab at Long Island University, where he was awarded the David Newton Award for Excellence in Teaching in 2018. He is board certified in orthopedic physical therapy by the American Physical Therapy Specialization Council and served on the Specialization Academy of Content Experts for the sports physical therapy examination from 2013 to 2016. A long-time practicing physical therapist, he is currently the clinical director at Masefield and Cavallaro Physical Therapy, where he specializes in the examination and management of orthopedic and sport-related pathologies. Dr. Masaracchio completed his manual therapy fellowship from Regis University in 2013 and is a fellow in the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists. He served as the Brooklyn/Staten Island chapter director for the New York Physical Therapy Association (NYPTA) from 2014 to 2018. He also was the member-at-large and sat on the executive committee for the NYPTA in 2016. Dr. Masaracchio has published 22 articles, a textbook, and a book chapter, and he has presented at local, national, and international conferences. Chana Frommer, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, RISPT, CCI, is an adjunct associate professor in the department of physical therapy at Long Island University in Brooklyn. A long-time practicing physical therapist, she is currently a senior staff physical therapist at Nola Physical Therapy and Performance, where she focuses on treating people with orthopedic and sports pathologies. Dr. Frommer is board certified in orthopedics and sports by the American Physical Therapy Specialization Council. She served on the Specialization Academy of Content Experts for both the orthopedic and sports physical therapy examinations, and she was a reviewer for ABPTS Specialist Re-certification Committee. She is also certified as a clinical instructor (CCI) by the American Physical Therapy Association and serves as an instructor and mentor for physical therapy students during their clinical rotations. Dr. Frommer is a Registered International Sports Physical Therapist and has served as a Medical Captain for the New York City Marathon medical team for a number of years. She has also been the lead author on two articles related to pediatric and adolescent sports injuries, has coauthored a textbook, and has presented at a national conference.