Clinical Orthopaedic Examination

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.
Key Features

* 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.

New to this Edition

* 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

Table of 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