The 5thedition of Practical Orthopedics is designed to teach orthopaedic surgery to physicians who are not orthopaedic surgeons. The text is divided into two sections. The first deals with musculoskeletal disorders by anatomic region. Subsequent chapters discuss in juries, infection, arthritides, and other common problems of interest including the radiologic aspects of orthopaedic disease. Completely updated, the 5thedition contains new sections on osteoporosis and osteoarthritis, and candid discussions on several controversial topics involving orthopaedic surgery. Thirty-one patient teaching guides for common orthopaedic disorders are also included.
Physical Examination. Fractures: General Management. The Cervical Spine. The Cervicobrachial Region. The Shoulder. The Elbow. The Forearm, Wrist and Hand. The Back. Pelvis and Sacrum. Hip. The Knee. The Ankle and Foot. Infections of Bone and Joint. The Arthritides. Sports Medicine. Radiological Aspects of Orthopedic Diseases. Maxillofacial Injuries. Special Topics. Appendices A: Anterior Dermatome. B: Posterior Dermatome. Patient Teaching Guides