New to this edition
- Updated neurology and surgery sections provide the most current, evidence-based practice parameters.
- New case studies are added to show the clinical application of therapy principles.
- Video clips on the companion Evolve website demonstrate additional techniques, exercises, and tests.
Author Information
By Robert A. Donatelli, PhD, PT, OCS, National Director, Sports Specific Rehabilitation and Developer, Strengthen Your Game Rehabilitation and Performance Enhancement Programs for Athletes, Las Vegas, NV
I: Mechanics of Movement and Evaluation
1. The Guide to Practice
2. Functional Anatomy and Mechanics
3. Throwing Injuries
4. Examination and Evaluation of the Shoulder
II: Neurologic Considerations
5. Interrelationship of the Spine, Rib Cage, and Shoulder
6. Neural Tissue Evaluation and Treatment
7. Sensory Integration and Neuromuscular Control of the Shoulder
8. Evaluation and Treatment of Brachial Plexus Lesions
III: Special Considerations
9. Impingement Syndrome and Impingement-Related Instability
10. Frozen Shoulder
11. Etiology and Evaluation of Rotator Cuff Pathologic Conditions and Rehabilitation
12. Visceral Referred Pain to the Shoulder
IV: Treatment Approaches
13. Manual Therapy Techniques
14. Muscle Length Testing and Electromyographic Data for Manual Strength Testing and Exercises for the Shoulder
15. Myofascial Trigger Points of the Shoulder
V: Surgical Considerations
16. Shoulder Instability
17. Rotator Cuff Repairs
18. Surgical Approach to Shoulder Instabilities
19. Total Shoulder Replacements
20. Strength Training Concepts
