Books in the The Clinics: Orthopedics series

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

Includes articles such as: Brain Computer Interfaces; Computer Access; Environmental Control; Transportation Safety; Prosthetics; Control Interfaces; Telerehabilitation; Augmentative Communication; Future Clinical Implementation of Technology; Technology in Low Income Countries; Virtual Coach; Robotics; and, Handcycles.

Dealing with the topic of rehabilitation, this issue focuses on the Orthopedic surgeon's perspective on rehab. It covers important topics such as rehabilitation following Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair, Coracoclavicular Ligament Reconstruction in the Shoulder, Arthroscopic Decompression for Femoroacetabular Impingement, and more.

Includes topics such as: Natural History of Radiculopathy, Imaging of Radiculopathy, Pharmaceutical Therapy for Radiculopathy, Therapy Manipulation in the Treatment of Radicular Pain, Lumbar Epidural Steroid Injections, Electrodiagostic Evaluation of Radiculopathy, and Surgical Treatment and Outcomes for Cervical and Thoracic Radiculopathy.

A title that covers: 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, and, High Energy Periarticular Injuries of the Lower Extremity.

Focuses on topics such as: Pre-dislocation Syndrome of the Second Metatarsophalangeal Joint; Morton's Neuroma; Digital Surgery - Current Trends and Techniques; Metatarsalgia and Lesser Metatarsal Surgery; Brachymetatarsia and Associated Pathology; Lesser Metatarsal Fractures; and, Puncture Wounds and Soft Tissue Pathology of the Forefoot.

Covers such articles as "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", and "The Sauve-Kapaji Procedure: Indications and Tips for Surgical Success".

Focuses on the importance of the first ray in podiatric medicine and treatments. This title covers such topics as: Normal and Abnormal Mechanics of the First Ray, the Versatility of the Lapidus Arthrodesis, the Argument for Osteotomies, Fine Tuning Bunion Surgery, First MTPJ Fusion, the First Ray and Flatfoot Surgery, and more.

Includes such articles as - Pre-Operative Assesment of the Dysvascular/Diabetic Amputee; Prosthetic/Rehabilitation issues in the Dysvascular/Diabetic Amputee; Update in PVD and Claudication Rehabilitation; Update in Cardiac Rehabilitation; Pain Issues in the Dysvascular Diabetic Patient; and, Dysvascular Issues in the Spinal Cord Patient.

Includes such articles as - 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 Unicondylar Arthroplasty - Mini Open and Arthroscopic Approach; and, MIS THA using a Watson-Jones Approach.

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. This title brings together some of the leading experts in the field of hip reconstruction which have been to explore the potential of the anterior approach in restoring hip function.

A collection that offers articles on sport-specific problems - concussion in hockey and football, spinal cord problems within winter sports, excessive pediatric injury associated with trampoline usage, weightlifting and running injuries. It includes chapters on sleep deprivation, utilization of drugs of abuse, and physiological functioning.

Fatigue is a common complaint in people living with physical disabilities. This book covers physiology, assessment, presentation and treatment of fatigue in adults with various disorders such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, acquired brain injury, rheumatological disorders, and cardiopulmonary disorders.

Deals with various approaches for the management of osteonecrosis. This title features the 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.

Features a review of various aspects of the management of tumors affecting the spine. This title contains chapters that outline diagnostic studies, patient selection, treatment strategies and the aspects of surgical management including biomechanical principles, complex resection and reconstruction techniques and minimally invasive methods.

Rehabilitation of impaired swallowing, also known as dysphagia, is a major area of rehabilitation. Dysphagia affects about half of all people with stroke, and many other individuals with neurological disorders, head and neck cancer, and muscle disease. This book describes scientific basis of swallowing and dysphagia.

Covers such topics as: History, Etiology and Pathophysiology of the Pediatric Pes Planovalgus Deformity; Clinical Diagnosis and Assessment of the Pediatric Pes Planovalgus; Flexible Pediatric Pes Planovalgus - Conservative and Surgical Treatment Options; and, Pediatric Metatarsus Adductus and Skewfoot Deformity.

Covers such topics as - an update on rheumatoid arthritis and pharmacological management; the perioperative management of the rheumatoid patient; clinical manifestations and treatment of the pediatric rheumatoid patient; the conservative treatment options for the rheumatoid foot and ankle; and, the surgical options for the rheumatoid ankle.

Includes such articles as 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; and Use of Tourniquets in the Modern Combat Environment; Unique Issues Related to Fasciotomies in the Combat Environment.

Contains such articles as - "Epidemiology/Classification", "Overall Management", "'Rethinking' the Physical Therapy Approach", "Management of Lower Extremity Dysfunction in Cerebral Palsy", "Adult Medical Issues and Transition of Medical Care", "Assistive Technology for Environmental Access", and "Bone Density in Cerebral Palsy".

Covers articles such as: 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; and, Aging with Cerebral Palsy.

Includes such articles as: 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; and, Intra and extra-articular malunions.

Includes such articles as 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; and, Update on the Treatment of Idiopathic Clubfoot and the Implications for the Adolescent and Adult Foot and Ankle.

Dealing with the topic of rehabilitation, this issue explores rehab from the perspective of the Athletic Trainer and Physical Trainer. It discusses key subjects, such as the rehabilitation referral, return to play criteria, strength and conditioning, the future of rehab, concussion, and rehabilitation of specific areas of the body.

Includes such articles as, "Evaluation and Imaging (Xrays, CT, MRI) of Shoulder Instability", "Arthroscopic Alphabet Soup - Recognition of Normal, Normal Variants, and Pathology", and "Management of the Throwing Shoulder - Labrum, Cuff and Internal Impingement".

Features articles such as: Brain Computer Interfaces; Computer Access; Environmental Control; Transportation Safety; Prosthetics; Control Interfaces; Telerehabilitation; Augmentative Communication; Future Clinical Implementation of Technology;Technology in Low Income Countries; Virtual Coach; Robotics; and, Wheelchair Basketball Quantification.

Includes articles such as: 'Basic Appearance of US Structures and Pitfalls', 'US of the Shoulder', 'US of the Elbow and Wrist', 'Prolotherapy and PRP Applications - Evidenced Based Discussion', 'US of the Hip & Lower Extremity', 'US Guided Injections in MSK Medicine', 'Physiatric Perspectives of MSK US', and 'Orthopedic Perspectives of MSK US'.

Contains articles such as: 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; and, Intramedullary Fixation of Distal Radius Fractures.

Offers an overview of pediatric and adult hand burn management, including shallow burns and complex injuries from deep thermal burns or electrical injury. This work includes chapters on pathphysiology of scar, burn hand rehabilitation and assessing outcomes of hand injury that emphasize key concepts in achieving optimal hand function after injury.

Explores various trends of sports medicine. This book includes such topics as tissue engineering approaches to ligament graft fixation, meniscus replacement using synthetic materials, new techniques in allograft processing and preservation, and platelet-rich plasma for percutaneous treatment of tendon and muscle injury.