Health Reference Series: Musculoskeletal Disorders Sourcebook

Editor: Chambers, James
Publication Year: 2022
Publisher: Omnigraphics, Inc.

Single-User Purchase Price: $97.00
Unlimited-User Purchase Price: $145.50
ISBN: 978-1-80316-165-5
Category: Health & Medicine - Health
Image Count: 38
Book Status: Available
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Musculoskeletal Disorders Sourcebook, First Edition provides comprehensive information about the musculoskeletal system, its functions, and common musculoskeletal disorders affecting the bones, muscles, and joints. This book also provides information regarding musculoskeletal system defects caused by genetic factors and congenital anomalies.

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Table of Contents

    • Preface
    • Part 1. An Overview of the Musculoskeletal System and Its Disorders
    • Chapter 1—What Is the Musculoskeletal System
    • Chapter 2—Muscle and Bone Diseases: An Overview
    • Chapter 3—The Importance of Maintaining Healthy Bones, Muscles, and Joints
    • Chapter 4—Common Causes and Symptoms of Musculoskeletal Pain
    • Chapter 5—Musculoskeletal Disorders in Specific Populations
    • Part 2. Common Musculoskeletal Disorders and Conditions
    • Chapter 6—Musculoskeletal Disorders Affecting the Bones
    • Chapter 7—Musculoskeletal Disorders Affecting the Joints
    • Chapter 8—Musculoskeletal Disorders Affecting the Muscles
    • Chapter 9—Musculoskeletal Disorders Affecting the Spine
    • Chapter 10—Repetitive Stress Injuries
    • Chapter 11—Chronic Pain Syndromes
    • Chapter 12—Sports Injuries
    • Chapter 13—Musculoskeletal Disorders Caused by Trauma
    • Part 3. Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders and Ergonomics
    • Chapter 14—Musculoskeletal Disorders at Work: An Overview
    • Chapter 15—Risk Factors and Preventive Strategies of Musculoskeletal Disorders in Various Industrial Workers
    • Chapter 16—Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders in Healthcare Settings
    • Chapter 17—Postural Imbalance and Consequences
    • Chapter 18—Ergonomics at Workplace – An Overview
    • Chapter 19—Ergonomic Standards and Guidelines
    • Part 4. Musculoskeletal Disorders Caused by Genetic Factors and Congenital Abnormalities
    • Chapter 20—Osteopetrosis
    • Chapter 21—Marfan Syndrome
    • Chapter 22—Fibrous Dysplasia
    • Chapter 23—Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita
    • Chapter 24—Congenital Limb Defects
    • Chapter 25—Congenital Myopathy
    • Chapter 26—Congenital Neck and Back Abnormalities
    • Part 5. Cancers of Musculoskeletal System
    • Chapter 27—Chondrosarcoma
    • Chapter 28—Chordoma
    • Chapter 29—Ewing Sarcoma
    • Chapter 30—Plasma Cell Neoplasms
    • Chapter 31—Osteosarcoma
    • Chapter 32—Childhood Rhabdomyosarcoma
    • Chapter 33—Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma
    • Chapter 34—Synovial Sarcoma
    • Part 6. Musculoskeletal Health: Prevention, Management, and Rehabilitation
    • Chapter 35—What Can You Do to Prevent Musculoskeletal Disorders
    • Chapter 36—Physical Activities That Help Strengthen Your Body
    • Chapter 37—Various Options of Musculoskeletal Pain Medications
    • Chapter 38—Various Therapies for Management of Musculoskeletal Pain
    • Chapter 39—Complementary and Alternative Medicine and Musculoskeletal Disorders
    • Chapter 40—Preventing Falls and Related Fractures
    • Chapter 41—Orthotics and Assistive Devices for Musculoskeletal System Disorders
    • Chapter 42—Prostheses for Various Types of Amputation
    • Part 7. Additional Help and Information
    • Chapter 43—Glossary of Terms Related to Musculoskeletal Disorders
    • Chapter 44—Directory of Organizations That Help People with Musculoskeletal Disorders