It's always been said, "Children are not young adults," and the examination of a child needs to be conducted with emphasis on the physiologic differences in a growing child. Clinical Orthopedic Examination of a Child focuses on pediatric examination, a topic not much explored in the regular orthopedic texts. A child's difficulty in verbally expressing his symptoms needs to be kept in mind during the examination, thus the examining surgeon has to be very observant in picking up even minor details that could help in diagnosis. This book serves as an essential companion to orthopedic surgeons, general practitioners, and professionals as well as being a welcome addition in pediatric orthopedic clinics. Key Features Reviews an unexplored topic of Pediatric Orthopedic examination with comprehensive clarity Has an algorithmic approach with step-by-step descriptions, complete with illustrations Provides helpful tips and insights to orthopedic surgeons, professionals, and trainees for accurate diagnosis and treatment

The volume contains essential information on elective (non-emergency) hand surgery practice. The author, M Merle, a world authority in surgery of the rheumatoid hand, synthesizes the depth of his experience into the book, and presents the management of these conditions in a clear manner. All the elective procedures are described in great detail and depth. The quality of illustrations is outstanding and is superior to any other hand textbooks on the market.

There are very few textbooks on elective hand surgery and this will be an essential resource for orthopedic surgeons, rheumatologists, and physiotherapists.

Office and Hospital Special Needs, Obesity in Pediatric Orthopaedics, Hip Disease and Hip Arthroplasty, Knee Disease and Surgical Options, Management of Upper Extremity Injuries, Anesthesia Concerns and Perioperative Management, Management of Femur Fractures, High Energy Periarticular Injuries of the Lower Extremity, Ankle Injuries and Fractures, Open Treatment of Pelvic and Acetabular Fractures, Percutaneous Treatment of Pelvic and Acetabular Fractures in the Obese, Financial Considerations of Treating Obese Orthopaedic Patients, Hip Disease and Hip Arthroplasty, Evaluation and Treatment of Spinal Injuries in the Obese and Morbidly Obese Patient

Articles in this issue include: "Low Back Pain: Health Care Dilemma?, ? "Anatomic and Biomechanical Principles of the Lumbar Spine?, ? "Diagnosis of Low Back Pain: Imaging and Electrodiagnostics?, ? "Axial Low Back Pain: Disc, Posterior Element, Sacroiliac Joint as Pain Generators?, "Radicular Pain?, "Myofascial Pain and Referral Patterns?, "Osteoporosis and Compression Fracture?, ? "Exercise for Low Back Pain?, "Pharmacologic Treatment for Low Back Pain?, "Complementary and Alternative Medicine Treatments for Low Back Pain?, "Interventional Treatments for Low Back Pain - General Risks?, ? "Epidural Steroid Injections?, "Z-joint and SIJ Intra-Articular Injection and Diagnostic Blocks?, ? "Radiofrequency Neurotomy?, "Discography/IDET/Biaculoplasty?, "Vertebroplasty/Kyphoplasty?, "Pumps/Stims?, "Chronic Low Back Pain and Psychosocial Is

This issue, Guest Edited by Dr. Michael Bond, focuses on Orthopaedic injuries and emergencies with topics such as: Management and Treatment of Neck and Cervical Injuries; Management and Treatment of Shoulder/Humerus/ Clavicle Injuries; Management and Treatment of Elbow and Forearm Injuries; Management and Treatment of Pelvic and Hip Injuries; Approach and Management of Pediatric Injuries; Risk Management and Avoiding Legal Pitfalls in the Emergency Treatment of Orthopaedic Injuries.

Articles in this issue of Hand Clinics include "Osseous and Soft Tissue Anatomy of the DRUJ?, "Imaging of the TFCC and DRUJ?, "Surgical Approaches to the DRUJ?, "Management of Acute Dislocations and Distal Ulnar Fractures?, "Arthroscopic and Open Repair of the TFCC?, "Ulnar Impaction?, "The Sauve-Kapaji Procedure: Indications and Tips for Surgical Success?, "Split Tears of the Ulnotriquetral Ligament?, "The Management of Chronic Instability?, "DRUJ Arthroplasty?, ? "Salvage of Failed DRUJ Reconstruction?, "Management of Injuries to the Interosseous Membrane?, ? "The Management of Congenital and Acquired Problems of the DRUJ in Children

Musculoskeletal applications of tissue engineering will be among the first to achieve widespread clinical use, and the resulting shift in clinical and surgical paradigms will highlight the need for an authoritative text on tissue engineering for musculoskeletal tissues including nerve, bone, tendon, skin, vessels, and cartilage. This book will serve the needs of a large readership including plastic surgeons, orthopedic surgeons, medical residents and medical students, researchers and academic faculty in regenerative medicine and biomedical engineering, and medical device experts. This textbook will serve as the curriculum for undergraduate and graduate courses in biomedical engineering and surgery.

Notable contributors to this volume include Antonios G Mikos, PhD; Wei Liu, MD; Yilin Cao, MD; Mark Randolph, MAS; Jennifer Elisseeff, PhD; Geoffrey C Gurtner, MD; Michael T Longaker, MD; and James Chang, MD, all of whom are leaders in tissue engineering research and applications.

Articles in this issue include: Complications of Small Joint Arthroplasty; Complications of Total Wrist Arthroplasty; Complications of limited and total wrist fusions; Soft tissue Complications of distal radius fractures; Bony Complications of distal radius fractures; Intra and extra-articular malunions;? DRUJ disorders after distal radius fractures; Complex Regional Pain Syndrome; Complications of flexor tendon surgery; Treatment of the Stiff Finger; The Irritable Nerve; Post-operative sensory abnormalities; Complications of elective microsurgery; Soft tissue coverage;? Treatment of Post-operative Infections; Complications of phalangeal and metacarpal fractures.

Articles in this issue include: Adolescent Accessory Navicular; Flexible Pes Planus; Residual Clubfoot Deformity in Children; Gastroc/Soleus Contractures and Toe Walking; Late Sequelae of Childhood Clubfoot Treatment; Tarsal Coalitions; Update on the Treatment of Idiopathic Clubfoot and the Implications for the Adolescent and Adult Foot and Ankle; The Use of Gait Analysis in the Treatment of Pediatric Foot and Ankle Disorders; Ilizarov External Fixation in the Correction of Severe Pediatric Foot and Ankle Deformities; Subtalar Athroerisis in Pediatric Flatfoot Reconstruction.

Articles include: The Role of Locking Technology in the Hand; Intramedullary Fixation of Metacarpal Fractures;? Implant Arthroplasty of the Carpometacarpal Joint of the Thumb;? Interposition Arthroplasty Options of the Carpometacarpal Joint of the Thumb; Intramedullary Fixation of Distal Radius Fractures; Variable-Angle Screw Volar Plate Fixation of Distal Radius Fractures; Non-Bridging External Fixation of Distal Radius Fractures; Intramedullary Fixation of Forearm Fractures; Radial Head Arthroplasty; Parallel versus Orthogonal Locked Plating of the Distal Humerus; Hinged External Fixation of the Elbow; 3D Imaging and Modeling of the Upper Extremity; The Role for Nerve Allografts and Conduits for Nerve Injuries; Headless Compression Screw Fixation of Scaphoid Fractures.

Articles in this issue include: A Biopsychosocial Perspective; Aging with a Physical Disability: Maintainance and Transition in Employment, Benefits, and Insurance; Psychological Functioning; Exercise and Physical Activity; Communication Issues; Pain, Fatigue, and Sleep Dysruption; Assistive Technology; Mobility and Falls Cognitions; Aging and Disabilties: Conceptual Issues; Aging with a Physical Disability: Bridging the Aging and Disability Nexus; Aging with Spinal Cord Injury; Aging with Multiple Sclerosis; Aging with Post-Polio Syndrome and Muscular Dystrophy; Aging with Cerebral Palsy.

Avascular Necrosis (AVN) is a disease resulting from temporary or permanent loss of blood supply. It frequently affects the femoral head and in this area, if left untreated, routinely causes premature joint destruction.

In the USA, 5 to 10% of cases of hip osteoarthritis requiring total hip replacement are primarily caused by AVN. In 33 to 72% of patients, the disease is bilateral. The peak incidence is between 30 and 60 years of age, and the social costs of this pathology are remarkable. There is therefore increasing interest in hip joint preserving techniques such as conservative treatment through electromagnetic fields and shockwaves as well as joint preserving surgical techniques. This volume aims to present a complete overview of the current knowledge on AVN including therapeutic options.

Articles in this issue include, "Evaluation and Imaging (Xrays, CT, MRI) of Shoulder Instability?, "Arthroscopic Alphabet Soup - Recognition of Normal, Normal Variants, and Pathology?, "Management of the Throwing Shoulder - Labrum, Cuff and Internal Impingement?, "Arthroscopic Management of Anterior Instability - Pearls, Pitfalls, and Lessons Learned?, "Arthroscopic Management of Posterior Instability?, "Arthroscopic Management of Multidirectional Instability?, ? "Management of Failed Instability Surgery - How to Get it Right the Next Time, "Arthroscopic Bristow - How to Do it and Tricks to Make it Easier?, "Arthroscopic Latarjet - How to Make this Part of Your Surgical Options?, "Glenoid Bone Defects - Open Latarjet with Congruent Arc Modification?, ? "Humeral Head Bone Defects: Remplissage, Allograft and Arthroplasty?, "Open Capsular Shift - There is Still a Role

As part two in the two-part series on rehabilitation, this issue focuses on the Orthopedic surgeon's perspective on rehab.? Dr. Claude Moorman, Director of Sports Medicine, Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, and Head Team Physician at Duke University, guest edits.? He and his contributors cover important topics such as rehabilitaion following Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair, Coracoclavicular Ligament Reconstruction in the Shoulder, Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction, Tenodesis of the Biceps Tendon in the Athlete, Microfracture for Chondral Injury in the Knee, Arthroscopic Decompression for Femoroacetabular Impingement, and more.

Articles in this issue include: Epidemiology of Foot and Ankle Injuries in the Global War on Terror; Biomechanics of Projectile and Blast Injuries; Debridement and Cleansing of Traumatic Foot and Ankle Wounds Sustained in Theater; The Use of Tourniquets in the Modern Combat Environment; Unique Issues Related to Fasciotomies in the Combat Environment; The Mangled Foot and Leg: Salvage vs. Amputation; Strategies for Managing Massive Defects of the Foot and Ankle in High Energy;? Combat Injuries of the Lower Extremity; Strategies for Managing Soft Tissue Defects of the Combat Injured Foot and Ankle; Revascularization of the Ischemic Foot and Ankle War Injury; The Center for the Intrepid: Model for Rehabilitation Centers of Excellence in the 21st Century; Rehabilitation of the War Injured Foot and Ankle; Recent Advances in Lower Extremity Amputations and Prosthetics; Unique Issues and Complications of Foot and Ankle Injuries Secondary to Warfare.

This book covers all the basics of the knee for practicing orthopedic surgeons and residents who are finishing their training and preparing for the board examinations. The text begins with chapters on the anatomy, physical examinations, and imaging, before proceeding on to pediatric considerations, arthroscopic techniques, ligament injuries, trauma, reconstructions, and the future of knee replacement surgery.

There are many textbooks on the knee but no recent one has addressed the entire area of the knee from start to finish.

Fundamentals of Frontline Surgery is an easy to read text, written by world class faculty, that provides clinicians with succinct and didactic information about what to do in high intensity, resource limited situations.With global conflicts and humanitarian emergencies on the rise, there has been a dramatic uptake in the number of volunteers for both military and humanitarian operations. This manual aids best practice and fast decision making in the field.

Articles include: "Functional Anatomy of the Gastroc-Soleus Complex and Achilles Tendon, ? "Insertional Achilles Tendinosis and Posterior Heel Pain Pathology, ? "Non-Insertional Achilles Tendinosis Conservative, ? "Non-Surgical Management of Achilles Tendon Ruptures, ? "Acute Open Repair of the Ruptures Achilles Tendon, ? "Minimal Incision Techniques for Acute Achilles Repair, ? "Rehabilitation of the Achilles Tendon, ? "Tendon Transfers for Achilles Reconstruction, ? "Management of Chronic Achilles Deficiency, ? "Complications of Achilles Tendon Surgery, ? "Achilles Lengthening Procedures - Indications, Techniques, ? "Emerging Techniques, ? "Posterior Calf Injury and Pain (conditions that mimic Achilles

The effects of hand burn injuries can be critical to quality of life and crucial to long-term functional outcomes following burn injury. Since hands are at the front line of human contact, a high percentage of thermal injury involves the upper extremity and, in particular, the hand. Hand burns can vary in severity from shallow burns requiring local wound care and aggressive range of motion therapy to complex wounds requiring repair of joints, tendons, and other soft tissue. Historically, given the poor survival associated with severe burn injury, many patients with hand burns simply did not survive the acute phase of treatment. If patients survived the systemic insult of burn injury, often the hands were neglected relative to more extensive areas on the trunk. However, with the widespread use of early excision and grafting, as well as great advancements in critical care, survival following thermal injury has become the rule rather than the exception. Therefore, emphasis in burn care has shifted towards optimizing the functional and psychosocial outcomes of those that survive their injury. Accordingly, optimal management of hand burns has received increasing attention given the critical importance of hand recovery to long-term outcome. In this volume of Hand Clinics, experts in burn care present an overview of pediatric and adult hand burn management - including shallow burns, as well as complex injuries from deep thermal burns or electrical injury. In addition, chapters on pathphysiology of scar, burn hand rehabilitation and assessing outcomes of hand injury emphasize critical concepts in achieving optimal hand function after injury.

Articles include: "Percutaneous Plating of Proximal Humeral Fractures, ? "Mini Incision Surface Replacement of the Humeral Head, ? "Mini Incision Carpal Tunnel Release, ? "MIS Hueter-Gaine Approach for THA, ? "MIS Approach for Hip Resurfacing, ? "MIS Unicondylar Arthroplasty: Mini Open and Arthroscopic Approach, ? "MIS Total Knee Arthroplasty, ? "Minimally Invasive Hallux Valgus Correction, ? "Percutaneous CT Guided Vertebroplasty in the Management of Osteoporotic Fractures and Dorso Lumbar Metastases, ? "Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery, ? "Percutaneously Assisted Hip Arthroplasty, ? "MIS THA using a Watson-Jones A

Part one of a two-part series dedicated to Rehabilitation, this issue explores rehab from the perspective of the Athletic Trainer and Physical Trainer.? Guest Editor Dr. Jeff Konin of the University of South Florida's Department of Orthopedic Surgery and his team of contributors discuss key subjects, such as the rehabilitation referral, return to play criteria, strength and conditioning, the future of rehab, concussion, and of course, rehabilitaion of specific areas of the body including the shoulder, elbow, knee, hip, and more.

In the last decade, the treatment of hip disease has made huge advancements in terms of patients returning to high levels of function and also in the durability of hip prostheses. Although the anterior approach to the hip has had a long history in orthopedics, it is only in recent years that surgeons are rediscovering this approach to treat both new pathology i.e. femoroacetabular impingement, as well as to facilitate patient's recovery after hip replacement surgery. This issue of OCNA brings together leading experts in the field of hip reconstruction which have been to explore the full potential of the anterior approach in restoring hip function.

For this issue on the medical aspects of the increasingly-popular sport of boxing, Dr. Barry Jordan, Director of the Brain Injury Program and Memory Evaluation and Treatment Service at the Burke Rehabilitation Hospital in New York, has teamed up with Dr. Gerard Varlotta, Professor and specialist in pain management and injury prevention for NYU's departments of Joint Diseases and Rehabilitation Medicine. The Guest Editors have gathered a panel of leading experts on the subject, to cover topics such as medical safety in boxing, the role of the ringside physician, doping and drug use in boxing, facial and hand injuries in boxing, infectious disease in boxing, and more.

Multiplanar deformities are one of the most difficult deformities to correct in orthopedics. Correction of deformity in the foot and ankle is particularly complex and must address the alignment of the foot, prior surgical interventions, arthrosis, neuropathy, musculotendinous abnormalities, instability, and skin ulceration. The goals are to provide a plantigrade foot that allows for shoewear and a stable platform for ambulation. In the past few years that have been significant advancements in the understanding and treatment of these conditions. This issue will provide the reader with a thorough review of all that is new on this interesting and difficult subject.

This special issue will deal with various current, state-of-the-art, as well as novel approaches for the management of osteonecrosis. There are original research and review articles about this disease in the hip and knee ranging from cell-based therapies, bone grafting, osteotomies, to the use of pharmacologic agents such as bisphosphonates and iloprost and various prosthetic devices. In addition, better ways to learn about this disease and monitor outcome measurements will be reviewed. More difficult to recognize and treat diseases such as subchondral hip insufficiency fractures, bone marrow edema syndrome, and spontaneous osteonecrosis are also featured.