Health Reference Series: Musculoskeletal Disorders Sourcebook

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

Single-User Purchase Price: $97.00 This title is available for purchase on Credo platforms only. This is not a download.
Unlimited-User Purchase Price: $145.50
ISBN: 978-1-80316-165-5
Category: Health & Medicine - Health
Image Count: 38
Book Status: Available
Table of Contents

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.

This book is found in the following Credo Collections:

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