Main description:

A new edition of a now classic, highly-illustrated textbook of clinical orthopaedic examination suitable for specialist trainee orthopaedic surgeons, rheumatologists, medical students and physiotherapists.

A new edition of an internationally respected textbook of orthopaedic examination
The unique 'strip cartoon' artwork programme provides an easy-to-read approach to the subject affording an effective way to learn
A highly praised book by reviewers for its clear and lucid writing style
The text reflects the classic 'look, feel, move' approach to patient evaluation
Provides practical guidance on interpretation of radiographs
Almost 1000 drawings produced by the author himself provide a unique means of teaching.

The updated text includes a number of new tests and methods of assessing overall limb function.

More information has been added in the section on back pain.

There is an expanded description on the interpretation of the ankle jerk and more information on tracking the progress of skeletal maturation.
A new up-to-date design reflects that of the sister volume Practical Fracture Techniques 5e

Contents:

General principles in the examination of a patient with an orthopaedic problem
Segmental and peripheral nerves of the limbs
The cervical spine
The shoulder
The elbow
The wrist
The hand
The thoracic and lumbar spine
The hip
The knee
The tibia
The ankle
The foot