Name: Handbook on Goniometry for Physiotherapist
Brand: CBS Publishers and Distributors
SKU: 9789348426680
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Descriptions

Salient Features

•Quick-Reference Handbook: A concise, portable resource designed for clinical settings,

providing immediate access to essential techniques and guidance.

•Comprehensive Coverage of Joints: Detailed instructions for measuring range of motion

(ROM) of all major and minor joints in the body, including the extremities and spine.

•Step-by-Step Procedures: Clear, concise, and easy-to-follow instructions for each

measurement technique, covering proper patient positioning, stabilization, and proper

goniometer alignment.

•Anatomy and Biomechanics Review: Foundational information on relevant anatomy,

osteokinematics, arthrokinematics, and the biomechanics of joint motion to provide

context for the measurement techniques.

•Information on Different Goniometers: Descriptions and applications of various types of

goniometers—such as universal goniometers, inclinometers, and smartphone

apps—highlighting their advantages and limitations.

•Clinical Significance and Applications: Discussion of how goniometric measurements are

used in real-world scenarios, such as in diagnosis, developing treatment goals, and

evaluating rehabilitation progress.

•Practical Learning Aids: Inclusion of clinical insights, and practice exercises to bridge the

gap between theory and clinical practice and help develop essential psychomotor skills.

Specifications

ISBN	9789348426680
Published Year	2026
Binding	Paperback
Subject	Physiotherapy
Pages	152
Weight	0.164 (In Kg)
Dimension	21.5 × 13.7 × 0.5
Readership	Physiotherapy students

About the Author

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Aditi Singh

Aditi Singh, PhD, MPT (Neurology), BPT Dr. Aditi Singh is Head and Professor, Department of Physiotherapy, Jagannath University, Jaipur, Rajasthan. She has served as Secretary of the Indian Association of Physiotherapists (IAP), Jaipur Branch. A Gold Medalist in MPT (Neurology), she earned her PhD from Amity University, Noida. She also holds a Diploma in Naturopathy and Yoga (NDDY) from the Gandhi National Academy of Naturopathy, New Delhi, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Hospital Management from Annamalai University. With over 13 years of clinical and academic experience, she has authored numerous research papers and books published in reputed Scopus and Web of Science–indexed journals. She has guided more than 70 undergraduate and postgraduate students and five PhD scholars. She contributed to the Standard Treatment Protocol for Assessment and Treatment of Cerebral Palsy in Children (NIA Jaipur, Ministry of AYUSH). Editor-in-Chief of the weekly newsletter Physiotherapy Post (70,000+ subscribers), she has organized major national conferences and received multiple awards, including APCESS 2015, Sports Connect 2021, and several innovation and excellence honors.

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