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…

  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…

  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….

  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…

  Introduction   This chapter will address clinical and imaging aspects of orthopaedic procedures in the pelvis and hips. Pelvic fractures, fracture/dislocations of the hip, intertrochanteric and subtrochanteric fractures, and…

  he anatomy of the knee is complex. Osseous, cartilaginous, and passive and dynamic restraints must be preserved to ensure optimal function. To this end, numerous orthopaedic devices and prostheses…

  his chapter will focus on imaging of shoulder trauma, arthroplasty, arthrodesis, and miscellaneous shoulder procedures requiring use of orthopaedic fixation devices and prostheses. Trauma   Shoulder fractures and dislocations…

  his chapter will review preoperative and postoperative imaging of elbow trauma, joint replacement procedures, and other common orthopaedic disorders for which implants are required. Trauma   Fractures and dislocations…