measuring tape
a physiotherapists guide to clinical measurement
a physiotherapists guide to measurement is an essential tool for both the student and clinician who will gain ready access to a wide range of common measurement techniques . this exclusive handy guide gives detailed images of the various measuring methods used in practice such as goniometric measurement of all the main joints ; lower and upper limb girth measurements ; manual muscle testing of all major muscle groups ; spinal measurements ; spirometry respiratory function ; and many more each illustration is accompanied by concise but clear instructional text . additionally reference tables cover the aims methodology and results of research summarising studies on the reliability and validity of a particular measuring tool .