A Manual of Orthopaedic Terminology

If you need a working knowledge of orthopaedic terminology—whether you're transcriptionist or insurance adjuster, surgeon or radiologist—you won't want to be without this well-organized collection of terms, acronyms, and codes. The book comes complete with both print and online access for quick searches and download. This edition is completely updated to include the terms related to the latest procedures, materials, devices, classification systems, and technologies. With new chapters on such hot topics as Anatomy and Orthopaedic Surgery, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Musculoskeletal Research, and Laboratory Evaluations, this is the only reference you'll need to stay abreast of all the latest terminology. By Fred R. T. Nelson, MD, FAAOS, Director, Research and Education, Director, Osteoarthritis Center, Orthopaedics, Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, Michigan and Carolyn Taliaferro Blauvelt, Formerly Writer-Editor, Medical-Dental Publications, National Naval Medical Center, Bethesda, Maryland Table of Contents: 1 Classifications of Fractures, Dislocations, and Sports-Related Injuries 2 Musculoskeletal Diseases and Related Terms 3 Imaging Techniques 4 Orthopaedic Tests, Signs, and Maneuvers 5 Laboratory Evaluations 6 Casts, Splints, Dressings, and Traction 7 Prosthetics and Orthotics 8 Anatomy and Orthopaedic Surgery 9 The Spine 10 The Hand and Wrist 11 The Foot and Ankle 12 Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation: Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy 13 The Research Enterprise Appendix A Orthopaedic Abbreviations Appendix B Anatomic Positions and Directions Appendix C Etymology of Orthopaedics