MSK/Neuro Physical Exam books

[SportsMed09]

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I was wondering if you all had recommendations regarding the best books for MSK and Neuro exams. I looked through old threads which dealt with MSK only, which recommended Hoppenfeld, Melanga, and Magee. Neuro, squadoosh. I currently own a Bates, and was wondering if that would be sufficient for strengthening those exams for my two elective PM&R rotations in July and August, or if I should go and purchase extra books for MSK/Neuro and study those?

 

[GrtWhtNrth]

Hope you get an answer to this one, I'm wondering the exact same thing myself. Any thoughts on whether Bates is enough for a couple electives?

Also, what do you guys think about the Reider textbook (The Orthopaedic Physical Exam)? I haven't seen that one mentioned.

Thanks.

I was wondering if you all had recommendations regarding the best books for MSK and Neuro exams. I looked through old threads which dealt with MSK only, which recommended Hoppenfeld, Melanga, and Magee. Neuro, squadoosh. I currently own a Bates, and was wondering if that would be sufficient for strengthening those exams for my two elective PM&R rotations in July and August, or if I should go and purchase extra books for MSK/Neuro and study those?

 

[wadigga33]

Hi..As a physical therapist going into PM&R, I would rec. Magee. I just think it is simple yet concise and gives you all you need.

 

[Diamox]

My vote is for Melanga for MSK. Magee is good but doesn't have some of the useful EBM that I'm looking for. Besides Melanga and Nadler come with a very useful DVD.

I'm undecided for the neuro exam as of yet.