ABC of common soft tissue disorders

Common soft tissue disorders

Introduction to musculoskeletal medicine -- Soft tissue problems of the neck -- Back pain -- Shoulder: sub-acromial pathology -- Shoulder:the articular structures -- Elbow -- Soft tissue disorders at the wrist -- Soft tissue injuries of the hand -- Common soft tissue disorders of the hip -- Soft tissue knee injuries -- Non-traumatic knee problems -- Calf and shin problems -- Soft tissue injuries of the ankle -- The foot.

Soft tissue problems are very common, with one in four people at any one time suffering with a musculoskeletal disorder. ABC of Soft Tissue Disorders is a practical, fully illustrated guide to their assessment and treatment. Structured by body part, each chapter provides guidance on assessment, treatment and management, and covers common conditions such as sprains and strains, tendinopathy, ligament injuries, and sciatica. With particular focus on shoulders, back and knee problems (reflecting the frequency and complexity of problems in these parts of the body), it provides guidance on the essential history and examination required to reach an accurate diagnosis. Written by an expert author team, ABC of Soft Tissue Disorders is important reading for all general practitioners, nurse practitioners, junior doctors and medical students working in a range of settings, including emergency, minor injury departments, as well as in orthopaedics and rheumatology.

Includes bibliographical references and index.