The Art and Practice of Children's Orthopedics - Hardcover

Wenger, Dennis R., M.D.; Rang, Mercer

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0881678678 ISBN 13: 9780881678673

Publisher: Raven Press, 1992

Synopsis

This uniquely practical, readable, and well-illustrated book focuses on orthopaedic conditions commonly seen in children and offers the guidance most urgently needed in everyday practice. It presents a systematic approach to identifying and treating these problems during their early, most easily remediable stages. In keeping with the authors' belief that "the decision is more important than the incision," their emphasis is not on surgical technique but on the decision-making processes involved in determining the ideal course of therapy. Straightforward recommendations are offered on the optimal method and timing of surgery, if required, and on nonsurgical interventions such as casting, braces, and orthotics.The book contains nearly 1,500 illustrations, including many original drawings by Dr. Rang. To further enhance the text, marginalia present facts, quotations, and historical and biographical sketches that reveal the evolution and key concepts of children's orthopaedics.

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Review

Mayo Clinic Proceedings -- "A gold mine of practical information sprinkled with the authors' homespun philosophy and techniques in the management of everyday orthopedic problems."--Mayo Clinic Proceedings| Journal of Pediatric Orthopaedics -- "A unique textbook that provides not only the important factual information necessary in diagnosis and management of pediatric orthopaedic conditions, but the important and usually neglected aspects of the art of medicine. The text is not only informative, but very enjoyable to read. It will make an excellent addition to personal and departmental libraries."--Journal of Pediatric Orthopaedics|

Edition details

• Publisher: Raven Press
• Publication date: 1992
• ISBN 10: 0881678678
• ISBN 13: 9780881678673
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 768