This very nice text 
accomplishes the editors’ goal of providing a single reference for the 
management of articular cartilage injury to the knee. The text is an outstanding 
introduction to the basic science and medical treatment options for articular 
cartilage injury in the knee. — Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports 
Physical Therapy 

Articular Cartilage Injury of the Knee is a comprehensive reference 
that combines the basic scientific knowledge of articular cartilage as it 
relates to patient health and disease with patient-focused diagnosis and 
treatment options. This book emphasizes the importance of bridging the divide 
between basic science and clinical applications in order to select the best 
possible treatment when injuries occur.

Key Features:

• Provides clinically-relevant information on each 
  topic that can easily be applied in practice
• Showcases the latest 
  techniques in transplantation and scaffolds for cartilage 
  repair
• Includes a focused chapter on assessment outcomes after 
  cartilage repair of the knee
• Written and edited by leading orthopedic 
  surgeons and basic science experts who represent the most current philosophy of 
  effective management of articular cartilage injury of the knee

Orthopedic 
surgeons specializing in the lower extremity will find this book to be an 
excellent resource that they can consult to guide them in the treatment of 
patients with articular cartilage injury of the knee.