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DeGowin's Diagnostic Examination, 9e
Chapter 13. The Spine, Pelvis and Extremities
Sections: The Spine, Pelvis and Extremities: Introduction, Major Systems and Their Physiology, Superficial Anatomy of the Spine and Extremities, Physical Examination of the Spine and Extremities, Musculoskeletal and Soft Tissue Symptoms, Musculoskeletal and Soft Tissue Signs, Musculoskeletal and Soft Tissue Syndromes.
Topics Discussed: limb; musculoskeletal system; pelvis; spine.
Excerpt:"The musculoskeletal system has four major functional components: the bones and ligaments, the synovial and fibrocartilaginous joints, the muscles and tendons, and the nerves innervating the muscles. Tendons anchor muscle to bone while ligaments anchor bone to bone. The overall shape and contour of the body is attributable to its bony structure and overlying muscles...."
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