Emergency Orthopedics

Emergency Orthopedics is a practical, up-to-date, and comprehensive manual on the diagnosis and treatment of emergency injuries and disorders of the locomotor system. Its problem-based structure, with each chapter addressing a particular symptom, is designed to allow the reader to rapidly locate hands-on advice. For each symptom, facts and findings that will assist in diagnosis are highlighted. Possible diagnoses are suggested according to the ICD-10 code, and the proposed treatment recommendations consider both short- and long-term aspects. The text is supported by exceptionally instructive illustrations, e. g. , of examination techniques and reduction maneuvers. The author has extensive practical experience in emergency rooms as well as in sports medicine, research, and education. This book will be a treasure trove of information for all who work in the emergency room and will also be very useful for general practitioners, physiotherapists, and chiropractors.

Major orthopaedic trauma. - Acute soft tissue injuries. - Foot injuries. - Foot pain. - Foot wounds. - Foot and ankle swelling. - Ankle injuries. - Ankle pain. - Lower leg injuries. - Lower leg pain. - Knee injuries. - Knee pain. - Knee swelling. - Knee locking. - Thigh injuries. - Thigh and groin pain. - Hip and pelvis injuries. - Hip pain in children. - Lumbar back pain. - Chest and lumbar back injuries. - Neck (cervical) injuries. - Cervical pain. - Shoulder injuries. - Shoulder pain. - Upper arm injuries. - Elbow injuries. - Elbow pain. - Forearm injuries. - Wrist injuries. - Wrist pain. - Hand injuries. - Hand infections. - Numbness of the hand, nerve injuries. - Burns. - Basic injection techniques. - Osteoporosis.