This handbook is an essential guide to diagnosing and managing musculoskeletal problems and injuries in the primary care setting. It covers problems involving all areas of the skeleton and related musculature in both children and adults. Expert contributors provide essential information on musculoskeletal injuries and illnesses geared to the needs of the busy clinician. In addition to common problems such as sprains, strains, and fractures, chapters also cover athletic injuries, arthritis, fibromyalgia, and complex regional pain syndrome. This pocket-sized and affordable reference book is an ideal tool for family physicians and others who provide primary care.

Chapters cover a variety of musculoskeletal problems, from sports injuries to fibromyalgia Affordable price and handy size Appealing to a range of family care providers: internists, pediatricians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and students Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras

Autorentext
Dr. Robert B. Taylor is a luminary in the field of family medicine.

Zusammenfassung
This handbook is an essential reference on musculoskeletal problems and injuries that proves itself indispensable to family physicians, general internists, general pediatricians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants.

Inhalt
Disorders of the Back and Neck.- Disorders of the Upper Extremity.- Disorders of the Lower Extremity.- Osteoarthritis.- Rheumatoid Arthritis and Related Disorders.- Selected Disorders of the Musculoskeletal System.- Musculoskeletal Problems of Children.- Osteoporosis.- Gout.- Athletic Injuries.- Care of Acute Lacerations.- Selected Injuries.