Evaluation and Management of Common Upper Extremity Disorders : A Practical Handbook

Evaluation and Management of Common Upper Extremity Disorders: A Practical Handbook answers the need for a comprehensive, yet concise reference that addresses practical solutions to everyday conditions that general orthopedic surgeons, and specialists alike, as well those involved with general musculoskeletal surgical and nonsurgical care, may encounter.

User friendly and pocket size, Evaluation and Management of Common Upper Extremity Disorders by Drs. Rachel S. Rohde and Peter J. Millett provides information on how to diagnose, treat, and manage the most commonly encountered conditions of the upper extremity.

Each condition addresses:
• Mechanism of injury
• Key examination points
• Additional testing or imaging
• Treatment options (operative and nonoperative)
• Surgical anatomy
• Surgical procedures
• Rehabilitation
• Expected outcomes
• Potential complications

Just a few of the conditions covered inside:
• Trigger finger and de Quervain’s tenosynovitis
• Distal radius fractures
• Cubital tunnel syndrome
• Distal biceps tendon rupture
• Rotator cuff tears
• Shoulder instability

Written in a bullet format, and including photos for quick, easy reference, Evaluation and Management of Common Upper Extremity Disorders: A Practical Handbook contains valuable information for all levels of training and experience. General orthopedic surgeons, orthopedic surgery residents and fellows, orthopedic surgery physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and nonoperative sports medicine specialists will welcome this thorough evaluation of common upper extremity disorders.