A practical, image-rich guide to spine deformities and their treatment for students and clinicians.
This edition, Orthopaedic Surgery for Students and General Practitioners: Preliminary Considerations and Diseases of the Spine, offers detailed methods and classic devices used in correcting scoliosis and tubercular spine disease, supported by original illustrations.
Framed around real cases and step-by-step techniques, the book presents a range of apparatus and procedures—from early postural management to specialized traction systems. It explains how different conditions are evaluated and how treatment progresses over time with braces, jackets, and surgical-era correction machines. Clear diagrams help readers visualize the mechanics of correction, derotation, and fixation, as well as the use of plaster jackets, steel braces, and supportive devices.
- Explains multiple correction methods, including kyphotones, traction systems, and table/pulley devices.
- Offers guidance on applying jackets and braces, plus practical notes on when to use each method.
- Details the stages of tubercular spine disease and the corresponding treatment approaches.
- Includes historical context and descriptions of specialized equipment used for spinal correction.
Ideal for readers seeking a solid historical and practical reference on spine deformities and their management in a clinical setting.