Orthopaedics in Primary Care

Orthopaedics in Primary Care by Steinberg, Gerald G., M.D.. hardcover edition. ISBN: 9780683302585.

Now in its revised Third Edition, this best-seller is an easily accessible, authoritative guide for primary care or emergency room practitioners who deal with musculoskeletal problems. For each region of the musculoskeletal system, the text reviews essential anatomy, physical examination techniques, and common nontraumatic and traumatic conditions. The book is written and illustrated for easy comprehension by nonspecialists and provides appropriate recommendations for both treatment and referral. New features of this edition include more radiographs...expanded coverage of physical therapy...more information on bone disease...an expanded chapter on the hand...and a chapter devoted specifically to pediatric problems.