Hypermobility of Joints

Description

Hypermobility of Joints 4th Edition follows the same format as its successful predecessors. The aim of which was to provide an overview of hyperlaxity of joints and this edition follows that aim by describing the most recent research and new developments in biochemistry, as well as providing practical advice on clinical features and management. Hypermobility of Joints 4th Edition provides illustrative case histories, a review of hypermobility in the performing arts and sports and an outline of heritable hypermobility syndromes. This book is a valuable reference tool for a wide number of specialties, although it will particularly be of interest to rheumatologists, orthopedic surgeons and medical geneticists. Front Matter....Pages i-xv Introduction to Hypermobility....Pages 1-9 Assessment of Hypermobility....Pages 11-26 The Molecular Basis of Joint Hypermobility....Pages 27-47 Biomechanics of Hypermobility: Selected Aspects....Pages 49-64 Musculoskeletal Features of Hypermobility and Their Management....Pages 65-99 Extra-articular Manifestations of Hypermobility....Pages 101-112 Illustrative Case Histories....Pages 113-123 Hypermobility in the Performing Arts and Sport....Pages 125-149 Heritable Hypermobility Syndromes....Pages 151-189 Future Avenues for Research....Pages 191-198 Back Matter....Pages 199-204