The Shoulder, 2 Volume Set

The new edition of this classic text features significantly expanded coverage of shoulder arthroscopy, as well as fresh presentations on topics including fractures of the clavicle, neurologic problems, and muscle ruptures affecting the shoulder girdle. As in previous editions, the book focuses on practical approaches to the evaluation of the patient and of the effectiveness of treatment. Sections on author’s preferred method provide practical advice on both surgical and non-surgical treatment modalities.

• Increased coverage of arthroscopy provides perspective on this controversial treatment modality
  
• New authorship covers congenital disorders, anesthesia for shoulder surgery, fractures of the clavicle, neurologic problems, and msucle rupture affecting the shoulder girdle, providing fresh perspectives.

• One-third of the chapters are written by new contributors, providing fresh insights and new techniques.
  
• Expanded and visually enhanced coverage of arthroscopy equips readers with thorough procedural guidance.
  
• Significantly updated coverage explores revision arthroplasty • the management of complex rotator cuff problems • and new procedures to repair shoulder instability.
  
• Brand-new material includes congenital disorders • anaesthesia for shoulder surgery • fractures of the clavicle • neurologic problems • and muscle rupture affecting the shoulder girdle.

Charles A. Rockwood, Jr., MD, Professor and Chairman Emeritus, Department of Orthopaedics, The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, San Antonio, TX; Frederick A. Matsen, III, MD, Professor and Chairman, Department of Orthopaedics, University of Washington, School of Medicine, Seattle, WA; Michael A. Wirth, MD, Associate Professor, Department of Orthopaedics, The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, San Antonia, TX; and Steven B. Lippitt