Interpreting X-ray images correctly is essential for diagnostic radiographers, as well as a widely used skill for emergency department doctors, nurse practitioners, and many other healthcare professions. This new title provides a systematic, methodical approach to musculoskeletal image interpretation and its role in the evaluation and treatment of injury. A companion to the eighth edition of Bones and Joints, this book covers the basic principles for interpreting images and then follows a simple regional approach to common radiographic projections. It goes on to consider common and important fracture patterns and other injuries related to that region, as well as the differences between normal and abnormal images. Image Interpretation is an ideal learning guide for undergraduates, those transitioning to graduate roles or clinical practice, and other healthcare professionals wanting to supplement their training. - User-friendly format: readers will be able to use the text to seamlessly explore the concepts between normal anatomy and abnormal radiographic appearances - Systematic approach provided for each common radiographic projection - Online case studies for readers to test and apply their clinical knowledge - Key important learning points ('Insights') - Annotated radiographic images and examples to support learning

Now in its eighth edition, this highly respected core textbook is essential reading for all healthcare students learning about the bones and joints of the body. The information is logically ordered and easy to read; comprehensive enough for students and health professionals alike, but not so dense as to be overwhelming. It covers the normal structure of bones and joints and goes on to provide an introduction to common fractures and pathology and how they appear on imaging. Bones and Joints is the perfect initial textbook, as well as a revision and refresher guide that will suit students of radiography, physiotherapy, osteology, sports medicine and nursing. Clear and concise introduction to the bones and joints and associated pathology Logically ordered - easy to follow and understand Provides a good introduction to image interpretation Clear identification of important or commonly misunderstood concepts Extensive glossary to help explain and develop terminology Online quizzes/tests to gauge learning and for revision Colour coded illustrations to aid understanding and learning Extensive clear line diagrams and fully updated radiographic/radiological images to reflect the role of current imaging modalities Revised fracture and pathology sections to include the most common and significant conditions that a student will face 'Insights' highlighting important concepts for the reader to understand New images identifying the ossification centres of the bones

Covering the entire spectrum of this fast-changing field, Diagnostic Imaging: Nuclear Medicine, third edition, is an invaluable resource for nuclear medicine physicians, general radiologists, and trainees—anyone who requires an easily accessible, highly visual reference on today's rapidly changing nuclear medicine therapies. Updated throughout, it addresses the most appropriate nuclear medicine options available to answer specific clinical questions within the framework of all imaging modalities, making this edition a useful learning tool as well as a handy reference for daily practice. - Reflects recent advances in the field with information on new guidelines, new imaging protocols and equipment, and new radiotracers —including I-131 therapy for thyroid cancer; new tracers for PET/CT for prostate cancer, carcinoid tumor, pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors, and many more; new procedures for GI motility; new SPECT/CT protocols for sentinel lymph node mapping, parathyroid adenoma, pulmonary embolism, and more - Contains new chapters on approach to nuclear medicine therapy, Lu-177 Dotatate therapy for SRS positive tumors, Lu-177 PSMA therapy for prostate cancer, GFR Analysis, pulmonary carcinoid tumor, meningioma, and pediatric CNS and neuroendocrine tumors - Details new targeted nuclear medicine therapies, including theranostics: using one radioactive drug to diagnose and a second radioactive drug to deliver therapy to treat a main tumor and any metastatic tumors - Features more than 1,500 high-quality images, many new or updated, including pediatric imaging, oncology imaging, radiology images, full-color drawings and illustrations, and 3D renderings - Covers the physics behind nuclear medicine with safety considerations for both patients and radiologists - Uses bulleted, succinct text and highly templated chapters to help you make informed decisions at the point of care

Now in its eighth edition, this highly respected core textbook is essential reading for all healthcare students learning about the bones and joints of the body. The information is logically ordered and easy to read; comprehensive enough for students and health professionals alike, but not so dense as to be overwhelming. It covers the normal structure of bones and joints and goes on to provide an introduction to common fractures and pathology and how they appear on imaging. Bones and Joints is the perfect initial textbook, as well as a revision and refresher guide that will suit students of radiography, physiotherapy, osteology, sports medicine and nursing. - Clear and concise introduction to the bones and joints and associated pathology - Logically ordered – easy to follow and understand - Provides a good introduction to image interpretation - Clear identification of important or commonly misunderstood concepts - Extensive glossary to help explain and develop terminology - Online quizzes/tests to gauge learning and for revision - Colour coded illustrations to aid understanding and learning - Extensive clear line diagrams and fully updated radiographic/radiological images to reflect the role of current imaging modalities - Revised fracture and pathology sections to include the most common and significant conditions that a student will face - 'Insights' highlighting important concepts for the reader to understand - New images identifying the ossification centres of the bones

More than 200 trauma-related diagnoses that are delineated, referenced, and lavishly illustrated highlight the second edition of Diagnostic Imaging: Musculoskeletal Trauma. Comprehensive coverage of musculoskeletal trauma imaging keeps you current with what’s new in the field. Succinct text, outstanding illustrations, and up-to-date content make this title a must-have reference for both general radiologists and musculoskeletal imaging specialists who need a single, go-to clinical guide in this rapidly evolving area. Concise, bulleted text provides efficient information on more than 200 diagnoses that are clearly illustrated with 3,400 superb images Meticulously updated throughout, with new literature, new images, expanded ultrasound content, and updates to pearls and pitfalls in every chapter Expert guidance on ischiofemoral impingement and femoral acetabular impingement (FAI), as well as new information on sports medicine injuries and hip and pelvic imaging techniques and treatment options All-new chapters on elbow posterior impingement, fracture healing, and tibia-fibula shaft fractures In-depth coverage of traumatic cases support the surgeon’s preoperative and postoperative imaging requirements

Distilling all of the most important content from Dr. Donald L. Resnick's highly esteemed, five-volume Diagnosis of Bone and Joint Disorders into a single, concise source, Bone and Joint Imaging, 4th Edition focuses on the specific, state-of-the-art musculoskeletal imaging and interpretation knowledge practitioners need today. This highly anticipated new edition has been fully revised from cover to cover for a remarkably thorough, yet focused and pragmatic, source of clinical guidance. Dr. Resnick's carefully chosen editorial team, Drs. Jon A. Jacobson, Christine B. Chung, Mini N. Pathria (all former Resnick fellows) and Mark J. Kransdorf (co-author of the previous edition), are well-equipped to expertly address the many recent changes in musculoskeletal radiology since the previous edition. Authoritative, easy-to-read text and more than 3,800 exquisite images demonstrate every principle and capture the characteristic presentation of the wide range of disorders you're most likely to encounter in everyday practice. - Features a newly revised, streamlined organization with easy-to-digest sections on infection; trauma; osteoarticular, nerve, and muscle derangements; arthropathy; systemic diseases (metabolic, endocrine, hematologic, and connective tissue); tumors; interventional radiology; post-operative radiology; and pediatric imaging. - Provides more than 2,100 outstanding images (1,300 are new) that depict important concepts, techniques, and findings in musculoskeletal imaging. - Discusses the full range of diagnostic modalities, including advanced imaging methods and techniques and expanded content on MRI and ultrasound. - Covers key introductory material on basic science, diagnostic techniques, imaging, and interventional procedures. - A highly efficient review source for residency and radiology board examinations, as well as an indispensable reference for clinical practice. - A highly efficient review source for residency and radiology board examinations, as well as an indispensable reference for clinical practice. - Any additional digital ancillary content may publish up to 6 weeks following the publication date.

**Selected for Doody's Core Titles® 2024 with "Essential Purchase" designation in Sports Medicine** Build your skills in the assessment of musculoskeletal pathology! Orthopedic Physical Assessment, 7th Edition covers the principles of assessment for all of the body's structures and joints, including topics such as gait, posture, the head and face, amputees, primary care, and sports emergencies. The 7th edition offers additional functional assessment forms (e-tools), updated evidence-based reliability and validity tables, and hundreds of video clips (included with print purchase) demonstrating special tests on how to perform musculoskeletal assessment. Written by noted PT educators David J. Magee and Robert C. Manske, this reference uses a systematic, evidence-based approach to prepare you for success in clinicals, board exams, and in rehabilitation practice. - Over 2,500 full-color illustrations and photographs depict key concepts, along with assessment techniques and special tests. - At-a-glance icons show the clinical utility of special tests, supplemented by updated, evidence-based reliability and validity tables for tests and techniques - Quick-reference data includes hundreds of summary boxes, red-flag and yellow-flag boxes, differential diagnosis tables, muscle and nerve tables, and classification, normal values, and grading tables. - A Summary (Précis) of Assessment in each chapter serves as a review of assessment steps. - Combined with other books in the Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation series — Scientific Foundations and Principles of Practice, Pathology and Intervention, and Athletic and Sports Issues — this book provides you with the knowledge and background necessary to assess and treat musculoskeletal conditions. - NEW! Updated information in all chapters includes new special tests, as well as photos, line drawings, boxes, tables, and references. - NEW! Head and Face chapter features updated information on concussion management. - NEW! Enhanced Diagnostic Ultrasound Imaging section added to applicable chapters, along with new photos and diagnostic images. - NEW! Updated psychometric tables for special tests list reliability, sensitivity, specificity, and + and – likelihood ratios when available. - NEW! More case studies present real-life scenarios to help you develop assessment and diagnostic skills using information from the chapter. - NEW! Additional functional assessment forms (e-tools) have been incorporated. - NEW! Video clips, included with print purchase, demonstrate special tests to give you a clearer understanding of how to perform musculoskeletal assessment. - NEW! Enhanced ebook version, included with print purchase, provides access to all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.

**Selected for Doody's Core Titles® 2024 in Radiologic Technology** Gain the knowledge and skills you need to analyze radiographic images and solve imaging challenges! Reflecting the latest ARRT® content specifications, Radiographic Image Analysis, 6th Edition provides a guide to evaluating and adjusting images to produce diagnostic-quality radiographs. It helps you to identify the error in positioning or technique that may have caused a poor image, then shows how to correct the problem, so you can reduce the need for repeat radiographs. Each projection includes an optimal radiograph along with examples of unacceptable images. Written by radiology expert Kathy McQuillen Martensen, this text builds your critical thinking skills and helps you prepare for success on the ARRT certification examination. - Chapter objectives, key terms, outlines, and summaries reinforce the most important material. - Image analysis guidelines for each procedure include accurately positioned projections with labeled anatomy, photographs of accurately positioned models, discussions of poor positioning and of positioning variations, practice projections that demonstrate common procedural errors, and more. - Questions to Consider help you thoroughly analyze projections. - Spotlights highlighting Concepts boxes emphasize the most important information and direct readers to additional information on these topics. - Review questions at the end of chapters help you assess your understanding of the material, with answers provided on the Evolve website. - Summary tables provide quick access to important data for easy reference. - Bolded key terms are defined in the expanded glossary, ensuring that you understand the terms under discussion. - NEW! Additional images help you to evaluate and correct positioning errors, and other images are replaced with more robust digital halftones. - NEW! Revamped chapters on digital imaging incorporate the latest technology. - NEW! Updates reflect the latest ARRT® content specifications.

A-Z of Musculoskeletal and Trauma Radiology is an invaluable reference to the key aspects of imaging for all conditions of bones, muscles, tendons and ligaments. It provides the clinician with practical guidance on the key presenting characteristics, clinical features, diagnosis and management. The description of each condition is provided in a standard template of Characteristics, Clinical Features, Radiology and Management, enabling the reader to find the relevant information quickly. All diagnostic modalities are included and a separate section is dedicated to musculoskeletal trauma. Written by a multidisciplinary team of radiologists and an orthopaedic surgeon, A-Z of Musculoskeletal and Trauma Radiology is an invaluable resource for radiologists, orthopaedic surgeons, rheumatologists and all clinicians managing musculoskeletal conditions.

Covering the entire spectrum of this fast-changing field, Diagnostic Imaging:Musculoskeletal Non-Traumatic Disease, third edition, is an invaluable resource formusculoskeletal radiologists, general radiologists, and trainees—anyone whorequires an easily accessible, highly visual reference in this complex area ofimaging. Drs. Kirkland W. Davis, Donna G. Blankenbaker, Stephanie A. Bernard, andtheir team of highly regarded experts provide up-to-date information on recentadvances in technology and the understanding of musculoskeletal diseasesand disorders to help you make informed decisions at the point of care. The textis lavishly illustrated, delineated, and referenced, making it a useful learning tool aswell as a handy reference for daily practice - Guides readers through the complexities of the full range of non-traumatic musculoskeletal disorders, including arthritis, collagen vascular diseases, bone tumors, soft tissue tumors, infections, systemic diseases, developmental and congenital abnormalities, and metabolic diseases - Contains multiple new chapters on topics such as musculoskeletal genetics, neurinomas, and rapidly progressive osteoarthritis, among others, as well as updates throughout on reclassified lesions, tumors, and neoplasms; musculoskeletal infection details, including image-guided aspirations and biopsies for infections; and evolving medical and surgical treatments for many musculoskeletal conditions - Reflects recent changes in the World Health Organization's classification of tumors and tumor-like conditions regarding terminology and diagnostic criteria - Covers evolving imaging techniques such as ultrasound in non-traumatic disease imaging, contrast-enhanced ultrasound use in tumor biopsies, enhanced MR of musculoskeletal tumors, and diffusion-weighted MR, and PET/CT and PET/MR use for rapidly progressive osteoarthritis - Provides up-to-date discussions of enhancements in bone and soft tissue tumor pathology and imaging of orthopedic implants and related hardware - Features more than 3,750 annotated images (with an additional 2,100+ digital-only examples), including radiologic images, full-color medical illustrations, clinical and histologic photographs, and gross pathology images - Uses bulleted, succinct text and highly templated chapters for quick comprehension of essential information at the point of care