Begin at the beginning and go on until you come to the end; then stop. Lewis Carroll (1832–1898), Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland This book does indeed begin at the beginning and lays a very ?rm foundation by not only clearly de?ning the subject, namely m- culoskeletal medicine, but also stating what the text discusses. Having prepared the ground in a business-like manner, the author approaches the subject in a precise and informative manner. This is all to the good, as there is a dearth of informed and informative works concerning this particular aspect of medical practice. Therefore, this book should be welcomed by all those for whom it is written, namely health care professionals and their patients. Those who expect a textbook of practice will be disappointed. Whilst there is information aplenty, this is not a bench book; rather, it is a more leisurely guide to the clinical and admin- trative aspects of an important but neglected area of human s- fering. The reader must appreciate that this book needs more than a single read-through. It should be read thoroughly and inwardly digested before either rushing to take up the cudgels of manipulation or to condemn the author roundly for propagating witch-doctoring.

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"This book offers a fresh perspective of musculoskeletal medicine grounded in scientific concepts, and presents logical models for understanding both acute and chronic pain mechanisms. … this book also tackles some controversial topics, separates fact from fiction, and proffers references for further reading. There are 15 chapters citing 60 references. … I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book in its entirety. Though pocket-sized, it packs an honest punch, with thought provoking perspectives on the limitations and management of musculoskeletal conditions." (James Inklebarger, Journal of Orthopaedic Medicine, Vol. 28 (1), 2006)

"This is a very short overview of the therapeutic limitations and indications of what the author calls musculoskeletal medicine. … The different manual treatment systems … are briefly discussed. It is apparent from further reading that this booklet is intended to reach general practitioners." (S. Geens, Acta Orthopaedica Belgica, Vol. 72 (1), 2006)

"J. K. Paterson, lately president of the British Association of Manipulative Medicine, has published a short, elegantly written, pocket-sized treatise on a huge subject. … I am unsure as to whom, or to which grade of which specialty this delightful book is addressed. I have come to the conclusion that all of us would benefit hugely from reading this inexpensive but profoundly thoughtful monograph. … the messages are transparently clear, careful and wise – a valuable pocketful." (M. Laurence, Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, Vol. 88-B (3), 2006)

About the author

Dr Paterson’s authority derives from forty years’ experience in the field, coupled with long service to both the British Association of Manipulative Medicine, (as Hon. Secretary for eight years, and as President for three years) and to the Federation Internationale de Medecine Manuelle, (as Chairman of the Scientific Advisory Committee for five years). In addition to this, he is a co-author of five books on the subject, in collaboration with Dr Loic Burn, and sole author of another.

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Book Title: Musculoskeletal Medicine in Clinical Practice
Authors: John K. Paterson
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-84628-014-6
Publisher: Springer London
eBook Packages: Medicine, Medicine (R0)
Softcover ISBN: 978-1-85233-966-1Published: 10 October 2005
eBook ISBN: 978-1-84628-014-6Published: 10 May 2010
Edition Number: 1
Number of Pages: XIII, 113
Number of Illustrations: 25 b/w illustrations
Topics: Orthopedics, Surgical Orthopedics, General Practice / Family Medicine, Rheumatology

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