This book is a comprehensive guide to orthopaedics for postgraduate medical students. The fifth edition has been fully revised to present the latest developments and understanding in the field. The book covers numerous injuries and disorders, with each topic beginning with an overview of relevant anatomy, followed by principles and methods of diagnosis and clinical and surgical management. Each chapter includes a brief summary outlining key points, as well as example X-Rays for the topic in discussion. The fifth edition features new sections on trauma, geriatric orthopaedics, arthroscopy, and surgical techniques, as well as additional images including new X-Rays and MRI scans, and line diagrams. Key Points Comprehensive guide to orthopaedics for postgraduate medical students Fully revised, fifth edition with new topics More than 1300 clinical images and diagrams, many new to this edition Previous edition (9788184487442) published in 2010

This new edition has been thoroughly revised and updated, and the colour format is greatly improved. More clinical photographs have been added in the text for better understanding of orthopaedic conditions, and new surgical photographs have been included where needed, which is an additional bonus for physiotherapy students, for they seldom get a chance to witness live surgeries in their career. Gaining an insight into the operative pictures with help them understand the treatment of orthopaedic conditions better, and this will make them better physiotherapists. Many new X-rays have been added to enhance and enrich their clinical knowledge. Plenty of orthopaedic techniques, like reduction of a fracture or a dislocation, have been shown to improve understanding of the treatment of common orthopaedic conditions. All the attractive features of the previous edition, like short summaries, mnemonics, and anecdotes, have been retained, as these were very popular with the physiotherapy fraternity.

The presentation in Practical Orthopedics of short and long cases with adequate preferral Supplementation, along with discussion of tentative questions which may be asked in the practical examination makes this book unique and highly useful. Spread in three main sections, it includes profusely illustrated twenty-five chapters. Salient Features: First ever exam-oriented book for students in orthopedics. Deals adequately with all aspects of practical orthopedic examination. Discussion on classical long and short exam cases. Covers all aspects of viva voce examination, namely, typical exam X-rays, instruments and implants, specimen and slides, orthotics and prosthetics, common surgical techniques, spotters and ward rounds etc. Useful for DNB students, postgraduate students and undergraduate students taking orthopedic exams. Acts as a ready reckoner at the time of examination. Tips and suggestions for students to do well in the practical exams. This book is useful for learning practical aspects of orthopedics during their course too. Information about the practical examination format at the national and university levels. This book is useful for teachers too. This book can be an excellent reference guide for practicing orthopedic surgeons.