Orthopedists have long needed a text on the challenging field of shoulder 
and elbow trauma. This techniques-oriented book offers clear and easy-to-follow 
guidelines on the latest surgical advances, including the use of new 
bioabsorbable implants and fixation methods. More than 300 illustrations 
demonstrate steps of a surgical procedure with outstanding clarity. You’ll also 
find practical guidelines for treating pediatric elbow fractures and 
dislocations, stenoclavicular injuries, proximal humerus fractures, and many 
others. With the experiences of leading specialists augmented with editorial 
comments, this book provides a broad range of information you need to 
successfully perform any operation involving the shoulder and elbow.

Key features:

• Step-by-step instructions and illustrations provide a 
  ”roadmap” to surgery 
• Editorial comments offer different surgical options and 
  alternatives 
• Tips and pearls impart the insights of leading experts 
  in the field 
• Valuable sections on complications alert you to 
  potential problems 
• Contains a foreword by Charles Rockwood, pioneering 
  developer of the globally used shoulder replacement system

 

With key information that refreshes your knowledge and 
demonstrates new techniques, this book is essential for orthopedic surgeons, 
traumatologists, shoulder and elbow surgeons, and physical therapists; order 
today!