Examination of Peripheral Nerve Injuries
An Anatomical Approach

Teaches the reader how to examine a patient with a suspected focal neuropathy. This work includes the pertinent anatomy of each peripheral nerve, photographs illustrating the muscular examination, and also discussion on how to approach localization and diagnosis.

Highlights: Step-by-step descriptions supplemented by 150 full color illustrations and photographs guide the reader through the examination techniques Thorough review of the anatomy of each peripheral nerve helps the reader gain a firm understanding of normal structure essential for recognizing and diagnosing injury Emphasis on the most common anatomical variations in the peripheral nervous system prepares the reader for the full range of clinical scenarios Descriptions of the brachial and lumbosacral plexi in the context of their major branches allows the reader to fully grasp complicated structures Examination of Peripheral Nerve Injuries addresses the needs of residents, fellows, trainees, and students in a range of specialties including neurology, orthopedics, neurosurgery, rehabilitation medicine, plastic surgery, hand surgery, peripheral nerve surgery, physical therapy, pain management and primary care. Residents seeking an excellent board review in this area will appreciate the concise format and the wealth of information contained in this book.

1. Diagnostic Anatomy of the Median Nerve 2. Diagnostic Anatomy of the Ulnar Nerve 3. Diagnostic Anatomy of the Radial Nerve 4. Diagnostic Anatomy of the Brachial Plexus 5. Clinical evaluation of the Brachial Plexus 6. Diagnostic Anatomy of the Sciatic Nerve 7. Diagnostic Anatomy of the Inguinal Complex of Nerves 8. Diagnostic Anatomy of the Lumbosacral Plexus