An authoritative and comprehensive account of the assessment and
conservative management of temporomandibular disorders. Recent emphasis
has been on 'evidence-based practice' at the expense of the clinical
reality which should also take account of clinician expertise and
patient preference. A sound research base is not always available. This
text addresses the clinical reality of having to make decisions using
other sources of knowledge in the absence of a comprehensive scientific
rationale. It advocates clinical and evidence-informed practice - an
approach which acknowledges the value of clinician experience and
expertise as well as research findings.
Compiled and edited by two highly regarded and experienced
practitioners, researchers and authors who have already published many
books and journal articles in the field. With contributions from a mix
of 28 internationally-based clinicians and clinician-researchers
allowing the text to highlight both current best evidence and
clinicians' expertise and experience. Contributors include talented
young clinicians as well as established experts in orthopaedic
physiotherapy and world-level expert researchers.