Soft Tissue Rheumatology

* '. . . very well illustrated with colour photographs/images throughout and thoroughly referenced. Highly recommended as an addition to your department library or postgraduate library as a valuable reference work for anyone working with these soft tissue disorders. Therapists will find it especially valuable.' -British Health Professionals in Rheumatology Newsletter

This is a beautifully illustrated, up-to-date and in-depth text dealing with the clinical and scientific aspects of soft tissue complaints including disorders of tendon, ligament, bursa, fascia, muscle and nerve. It is written by leading specialists in the fields of rheumatology, orthopaedics, radiology and rehabilitation, and is suitable for all professionals who deal with musculoskeletal complaints.

The book covers basic science, clinical evaluation, investigations, principles of management with detailed chapters on specific regional and generalised disorders. Illustrated in full colour and clearly written, Soft Tissue Rheumatology is an in-depth source of information on the nature, diagnosis and management of soft tissue disorders.

The Editors wish to acknowledge Primal Pictures for the use of their 3D anatomy software in the preparation of some of the illustrations in this book.

Readership: The book is suitable for all professionals dealing with musculoskeletal complaints: rheumatologists, orthopaedic surgeons, physiotherapists, primary care and sports physicians, undergraduate medical students.