Includes bibliographical references and index.

1. Functional Anatomy of the Nervous System -- 2. Peripheral Nervous System -- 3. Anatomy and Function of the Cervical and Brachial Plexuses -- 4. Anatomy and Function of the Lumbosacral Plexus -- 5. Deep Tendon Reflexes -- 6. Sensory Testing-Dermatomes and Cutaneous Nerves -- 7. Motor Testing-Myotomes -- 8. Intervertebral Disc Anatomy and Pathology -- 9. Anatomy, Function, and Assessment of the Cervical Spine -- 10. Common Neuropathies Associated with the Nervous System -- 11. Case Studies of Differential Diagnoses of Musculoskeletal Pain -- 12. Nerve Tension (Neurodynamic) Testing -- Conclusion -- Bibliography

"A must-have book for understanding one of the most fundamental areas of physical therapy: the nervous system and its relationship to musculoskeletal pain. Osteopath, lecturer and author John Gibbons offers an accessible introduction to the peripheral nervous system (PNS). Alongside real case studies and guidelines for hands-on work with clients and patients, The Vital Nerves demystifies and makes accessible everything from how to diagnose nerve conditions to understanding how our cells communicate"-- Provided by publisher.