The manual presents a very useful and lucid text for the practice of physical medicine with a brief and interesting introduction into the historic timeline of physical medicine. Instructions and directives for a proficient assessment, diagnosis and management of clinical conditions in physical medicine are discussed in detail with sections on kinesiology, posture variations and vivid photographic instructions on manipulation and other techniques. The manual also has information on the online(websource) that is linked with the text and has videos, images and quizzes. A useful guide to imparting efficient and comprehensive care in physical medicine, pain and rehabilitation including Chiroprasia or massage.

The clinical protocols and methods elucidated is based on evidence based clinical studies which translates to practice guidelines with the best therapeutic outcomes. The text content aims at training therapists with clinical decision making skills with a background of evidence based medicine, allows for more efficient treatment and a wider variety of treatment options offered to clients. The content is presented in a lucid style with extensive references from literature journals, database. The manual is also aided by a free online content source that is updated periodically and includes instructional videos, images and quizzes.

Well researched content and clinical information and a very useful study guide with well formatted, detail discussion of management techniques in physical medicine for an efficient and skillful practice.