Measurement of Joint Motion: A Guide to Goniometry

By Cynthia C. Norkin

Book Overview

Measure joint range of motion with the manual that set the standard.

Here is all of the guidance you need to identify impairments successfully and assess rehabilitation status effectively.

Thoroughly updated and revised to reflect today's most current and complete research, the 5th Edition of this classic book retains the unique features that have set this manual apart as the reference of choice.

For each measurable joint in the body, you'll find a consistent, easy-to-follow format and exceptional photographs that depict range of motion and alignment, making it easy for you to visualize the examination and technique for each joint motion and muscle length test.

See what students are saying online about the previous edition...

Great book

"This book is a great guide to goniometry. I especially love the Appendix that has all the normal values. It's a must have for anyone starting out in physical therapy."

Measurements made easy

"This book is helpful because there are actual photographs that show you how to measure various ROM's. No confusing drawings. just pictures. So helpful. They also do a great job of summarizing the most important tips for each joint (i.e. normal ROM's, where to place the goni, etc.)"

• Format: Spiral-bound
• Language: English
• ISBN: 080364566X
• ISBN13: 9780803645660
• Release Date: November 2016
• Publisher: F. A. Davis Company
• Length: 592 Pages
• Weight: 3.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 9.0" x 10.8"

Customer Reviews

Great book

This book is a great guide to goniometry. I especially love the Appendix that has all the normal values. It's a must have for anyone starting out in physical therapy.

only available book in india for joint measurements

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Good Guide for ROM measurements

This was a required text for a college course. Book arrived quickly and in good shape.

Best BOok

I had to buy 3 text books for a kinesiology class and this one is my favorite. It covers the hands-on portion of kinesiology and is very easy to interpret.

Invaluable

I got an earlier edition of this book in Physical Therapy school and it was invaluable in teaching the finer points of goniometry. I constantly used it as a source of information, until I became comfortable with measuring joint range of motion. Since I am now working in the inpatient arena, I mostly repeatedly measure knees, but refer back to it when I need to brush up on another joint. It has clear pictures and overall is a great reference book for anyone who has to evaluate joint ranges of motion.