Spinal Instrumentation
he goals of spinal instrumentation are to provide stability, reduce deformity by restoring and improving anatomic alignment, and reduce pain. Spinal instrumentation techniques have expanded dramatically over the last…
Common Orthopaedic Terminology and General Fixation Devices
ppropriate use of terminology is critical when communicating with orthopaedic surgeons. Common definitions, descriptive terms, eponyms, and proper description of common orthopaedic fixation devices will be discussed in this…
The Foot and Ankle
his chapter will focus on foot and ankle disorders requiring orthopaedic instrumentation including trauma, common orthopaedic procedures, and joint replacement. Clinical evaluation, treatment options, and complications will be reviewed….
Hand and Wrist
he complex anatomy of the hand and wrist presents interesting imaging challenges regardless of the modality selected. Both detection and classification of pathology can be difficult. This chapter will…
