Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Board Review

This fifth edition of the incomparable review bible for the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Board Examination has been thoroughly updated to reflect current practice and the core knowledge tested on the exam. Recognized for its organization, consistency, and clarity throughout editions, this highly-respected PM&R book distills the essentials and provides focused reviews of all major PM&R topics including stroke, traumatic brain injury, musculoskeletal medicine, spinal cord injuries, pain management, and more. Every chapter in the fifth edition has been rigorously evaluated and revised to ensure that the information is accurate and up to date.

Written in outline format for easy access to information, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Board Review, Fifth Edition is modeled on the content blueprint for the Self-Assessment Examination for Residents (SAE-R) used by residents nationwide. Board pearls are indicated with an open-book icon to highlight key concepts and flag important clinical and board-eligible aspects of each topic. The topics are divided into major subspecialty areas written by author teams with clinical expertise in the subject and reviewed by senior specialists in each area. More than 500 signature illustrations-now with color added-clarify and reinforce concepts. In addition to its proven value as the primary resource for PM&R Board preparation and MOC, the book is also a trusted clinical reference for day-to-day practice needs.

New to the Fifth Edition:

• • Thoroughly reviewed, revised, and updated to reflect current practice and core knowledge tested on Boards
• • Updates to epidemiology, diagnostic testing, and treatment plans for each section
• • Updates to changes in the Maintenance of Certification testing

Key Features:

• • Covers all topics on the content outline for the Self-Assessment Examination for Residents (SAE-R) used by residents nationwide
• • Organizes information in outline format and by topic for easy reference
• • Includes over 500 detailed illustrations to clarify concepts
• • Provides updated epidemiologic and statistical data throughout
• • Board "Pearls" are highlighted with an open-book icon to flag key concepts and stress high-yield aspects of each topic
• • Authored by physicians with special interest and expertise in their respective areas and reviewed by senior specialists in those areas