From the reviews: "This primer provides on-the-spot information on common musculoskeletal issues for primary care providers. ... provide good, basic information on common musculoskeletal problems, the book is best suited for trainees such as medical students, physician assistant students, and residents. ... It covers a nice range of topics related to common musculoskeletal problems in every major category. ... This book may be quite useful for medical students or residents who are learning diagnosis and evaluation of musculoskeletal problems." (Jessica Favero Butts, Doody's Review Service, January, 2011)

• Introduction.- The Cervical Spine.- The Shoulder.- The Elbow.- The Hand and Wrist.- The Lumbosacral Spine.- The Hip.- The Knee.- The Ankle.- Common Pediatric Musculoskeletal Problems.- The Acutely Painful, Swollen Joint.- Muscuoloskeletal Radiology.- Splinting and Soft Tissue Issues.- Pre-participation Evaluation.- Appendix.