Overview

Learn everything you need to know about the anatomy of the limbs and back and how to apply the material to everyday activities and movements with this updated edition of the classic text. This user-friendly book is packed with detailed quick-reference tables and newly revised illustrations. Take advantage of expanded study questions and exercises at the end of each chapter to actively engage yourself in the learning process and enhance your comprehension of the material. Understanding the functional and clinical relevance of musculoskeletal anatomy has never been easier! Well-rounded, detailed coverage of the musculoskeletal system includes information on the head, neck, thorax, abdomen, and pelvis. Easy-to-understand, flowing text is presented in paragraph form. Abundant tables on muscles and nerves condense the information in the text for easy reference. Detailed discussions of specific movements focus on individual joints and muscles. A glossary provides a quick reference for useful terms. Evolve online resources include Answers to Chapter Review Questions and Exercises for students, and an Image Collection for instructors. UPDATED!! Clear, concise, and informative color illustrations enable you to better interpret the text. MORE Functional/Clinical Notes highlight the applications and importance of the material. MORE Analyses of Activities and Associated Movements boxes help you apply the anatomical information on movements and muscles to everyday life. EXPANDED information on surface anatomy describes palpable structures and how to ""visualize” anatomy through the skin. MORE Review Questions and Exercises are provided at the end of each chapter to enhance your level of comprehension.

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Author:   David B. Jenkins (Chair, Department of Growth, Development, and Structure; Head, Section of Anatomy; School of Dental Medicine; Southern Illinois University, Alton, IL)
Publisher:   Elsevier Health Sciences
Imprint:   W B Saunders Co Ltd
Edition:   9th edition
Dimensions:   Width: 19.10cm , Height: 1.80cm , Length: 23.50cm
Weight:   0.660kg
ISBN:  

9781416049807

ISBN 10:   1416049800
Pages:   464
Publication Date:   09 December 2008
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

SECTION I ORGANIZATION OF THE BODY Chapter 1 Anatomical Terminology Chapter 2 Tissues of the Body Chapter 3 Organs and Organ Systems SECTION II THE UPPER LIMB Chapter 4 General Survey of the Upper Limb Chapter 5 The Shoulder Chapter 6 The Arm Chapter 7 Forearm and Hand: General Considerations Chapter 8 Flexor Forearms Chapter 9 Extensor Forearm Chapter 10 Radioulnar and Wrist Movements Chapter 11 The Hand Chapter 12 Movement of the Digits SECTION III THE BACK Chapter 13 The Back SECTION IV THE LOWER LIMB Chapter 14 General Survey of the Lower Limb Chapter 15 The Bony Pelvis, Femur, and Hip Joint Chapter 16 The Thigh and Knee Chapter 17 Gluteal Region and Posterior Thigh Chapter 18 Movements of the Thigh and Leg Chapter 19 The Leg Chapter 20 The Foot SECTION V THE HEAD, NECK AND TRUNK Chapter 21 The Head and Neck Chapter 22 The Thorax Chapter 23 The Abdomen and Pelvis Suggested Readings Glossary

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