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.

CE exam available! For certified professionals, a companion continuing education exam can be completed after reading this book. A Clinical Guide to Surface Palpation Online CE Exam, Second Edition, may be purchased separately or as part of the A Clinical Guide to Surface Palpation, Second Edition With CE Exam, package that includes both the book and the exam.

Note: A code for accessing the online videos is included with all new print books.

A Clinical Guide to Surface Palpation, Second Edition, uses a simple step-by-step approach to explaining palpation techniques, which are organized by regions of the body. Anatomical overlays on photos and video clips help demonstrate proper execution of common clinical palpation techniques.

Preface vi
Acknowledgments xii
1 Introduction to the Art and Science of Palpation
1 (16)
Definition of Palpation
1 (1)
Goals of Palpation
2 (1)
Psychomotor Skill of Palpation
3 (1)
Importance of Palpation as a Component of the Examination
4 (2)
Role of Anatomy in Palpation
6 (1)
Palpation of Different Structures
6 (8)
Body Mechanics
14 (2)
Conclusion
16 (1)
Chapter Review Questions
16 (1)
2 Skull and Face
17 (28)
Functions of the Skull and Face
17 (1)
Bony Anatomy
18 (7)
Soft Tissue Palpation
25 (17)
Case Study
42 (2)
Chapter Review Questions
44 (1)
3 Superficial Back and Shoulder Complex
45 (38)
Functions of the Shoulder Girdle Complex
45 (1)
Bony Anatomy
46 (3)
Soft Tissue Anatomy
49 (3)
Neurovascular Anatomy
52 (1)
Structural Inspection
53 (2)
Palpation
55 (25)
Case Study
80 (2)
Chapter Review Questions
82 (1)
4 Pectoral and Axillary Regions
83 (30)
Functions of the Pectoral Region
83 (1)
Bony Anatomy
84 (2)
Soft Tissue Anatomy
86 (2)
Neurovascular Anatomy
88 (2)
Structural Inspection
90 (2)
Palpation
92 (18)
Case Study
110 (2)
Chapter Review Questions
112 (1)
5 Elbow and Forearm
113 (46)
Functions of the Elbow and Forearm
113 (1)
Bony Anatomy
114 (1)
Soft Tissue Anatomy
115 (4)
Neurovascular Anatomy
119 (1)
Structural Inspection
120 (1)
Palpation
121 (35)
Case Study
156 (2)
Chapter Review Questions
158 (1)
6 Wrist and Hand
159 (50)
Functions of the Wrist and Hand
159 (1)
Bony Anatomy
160 (2)
Soft Tissue Anatomy
162 (4)
Neurovascular Anatomy
166 (1)
Structural Inspection
167 (1)
Palpation
168 (38)
Case Study
206 (2)
Chapter Review Questions
208 (1)
7 Cervical Spine and Thorax
209 (38)
Functions of the Cervical Spine, Thoracic Spine, and Rib Cage
209 (1)
Bony Anatomy
210 (2)
Soft Tissue Anatomy
212 (5)
Neurovascular Anatomy
217 (2)
Structural Inspection
219 (1)
Palpation
220 (24)
Case Study
244 (2)
Chapter Review Questions
246 (1)
8 Lumbosacral Spine
247 (28)
Functions of the Lumbosacral Spine
247 (1)
Bony Anatomy
248 (1)
Soft Tissue Anatomy
249 (4)
Neurovascular Anatomy
253 (2)
Structural Inspection
255 (1)
Palpation
256 (15)
Case Study
271 (2)
Chapter Review Questions
273 (2)
9 Abdomen and Pelvis
275 (46)
Functions of the Abdomen and Pelvis
275 (1)
Bony Anatomy
276 (1)
Soft Tissue Anatomy
277 (3)
Neurovascular Anatomy
280 (4)
Abdominal Visceral Anatomy
284 (2)
Pelvic Visceral Anatomy
286 (3)
Structural Inspection
289 (1)
Palpation
290 (27)
Case Study
317 (3)
Chapter Review Questions
320 (1)
10 Hip and Groin Region
321 (36)
Functions of the Hip Joint
321 (1)
Bony Anatomy
322 (2)
Soft Tissue Anatomy
324 (2)
Neurovascular Anatomy
326 (2)
Structural Inspection
328 (1)
Palpation
329 (25)
Case Study
354 (2)
Chapter Review Questions
356 (1)
11 Knee and Thigh
357 (36)
Functions of the Knee Joint
357 (1)
Bony Anatomy
358 (1)
Soft Tissue Anatomy
359 (3)
Neurovascular Anatomy
362 (1)
Structural Inspection
362 (3)
Palpation
365 (25)
Case Study
390 (2)
Chapter Review Questions
392 (1)
12 Lower Leg, Ankle, and Foot
393 (54)
Functions of the Foot and Ankle Joints
393 (1)
Bony Anatomy
394 (3)
Soft Tissue Anatomy
397 (5)
Neurovascular Anatomy
402 (2)
Structural Inspection
404 (1)
Palpation
405 (39)
Case Study
444 (2)
Chapter Review Questions
446 (1)
References 447 (9)
Index 456 (10)
About the Authors 466 (1)
Contributors 467 (1)
Earn Continuing Education Credits/Units 468