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Are You an AAOS Member or Resident? Please order through the AAOS Bookstore to receive your special member discount!Orthopaedic Knowledge Update®: Sports Medicine 6 brings together the most relevant literature and the latest research from the past 5 years. More than 150 top-notch contributors collaborated on this succinct review of pertinent advances in sports medicine. Find brand-new content on hip instability and microinstability, return-to-play criteria following anterior cruciate ligament injury, exercise-induced bronchorestriction, development of emergency action plans, and imaging of the foot and ankle. Vivid illustrations help you fully comprehend new concepts, while expert section editors ensure a thorough yet unbiased presentation of relevant literature. Key study points are presented at the end of each chapter so you can quickly review important content. Whether you are an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine, a physician assistant, physiatrist, or primary care physician, this is your go-to guide for diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and beyond. Includes Surgical Techniques Video! In addition to providing guidance for managing challenging patient cases, this edition includes a link to access videos on the most in-demand and innovative surgical techniques in sports medicine. Close the time gap between reading content and applying innovative skills while expanding your surgical options. Enrich Your eBook Reading ExperienceRead directly on your preferred device(s), such as computer, tablet, or smartphoneEasily convert to audiobook, powering your content with natural language text-to-speech

Selected as a Doody's Core Title for 2021!Orthopaedic Knowledge Update®: Pediatrics 6 reflects the most recent clinical practice guidelines and appropriate use criteria, as well as the substantial number of high-quality studies in pediatric orthopaedics. This comprehensive multispecialty resource explores the latest advances in pediatric trauma, sports-related injuries, and upper and lower extremity conditions, with brand-new chapters on developmental biology, metabolism, high-energy injury and polytrauma, elbow trauma, knee trauma, and disaster response. Key study points are presented at the end of each chapter so you can quickly review important content.Recognized section editors and contributors bring fresh approaches and perspectives, with a focus on delivering a well-rounded update of this rapidly evolving subspecialty. This concentrated guide to new techniques, new approaches, and current controversies is ideal for anyone who treats pediatric musculoskeletal injuries.Enrich Your eBook Reading Experience:Read directly on your preferred device(s), such as computer, tablet, or smartphoneEasily convert to audiobook, powering your content with natural language text-to-speech

Selected as a Doody's Core Title for 2021!Orthopaedic Knowledge Update®: Hip and Knee Reconstruction 6 allows you to advance patient care with the best practices available. Explore the many changes in hip and knee arthroplasty in the past 5 years with updated material related to controversial topics, state-of-the-art technologies, and recent advances. The book is organized into three sections: basic and applied science relevant to both knee and hip arthroplasty; specific total knee arthroplasty topics; and specific total hip arthroplasty topics.Written by world-renowned experts in each subject, this edition features cutting-edge developments, as well as completely new chapters on thromboprophylaxis, outpatient surgery, pain management, retrieval—hip and knee, medical and biologic treatment of arthritis, nonarthroplasty management, infection, periprosthetic fracture, anatomy and surgical approaches, and dual-mobility cups and large-diameter heads for primary and revision total hip arthroplasty. Key study points are presented at the end of each chapter so you can quickly review important content.Orthopaedic surgeons with a specialty interest in hip and knee reconstruction, and physicians and allied health professionals interested in staying up to date will benefit from this edition. Residents in training can review key topics paired with helpful guidelines and images.Enrich Your eBook Reading Experience:Read directly on your preferred device(s), such as computer, tablet, or smartphoneEasily convert to audiobook, powering your content with natural language text-to-speech

Developed in partnership with the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and edited by William M. Ricci, MD, FAAOS and Samir Mehta, MD, FAAOS, Orthopaedic Knowledge Update®: Trauma 6 brings together relevant knowledge and new breakthroughs in orthopaedic trauma treatment and management from the most recent 5 years of orthopaedic and subspecialty literature, as well as core knowledge from previous years.Written, edited, and peer-reviewed by more than 90 interdisciplinary contributing authors, the book offers a complete guide to the diagnosis, treatment, and management of orthopaedic trauma injuries, supported by the latest evidence. Explore expanded and updated coverage throughout, as well as new chapters on emerging technologies in orthopaedic trauma; infection prophylaxis during and after fracture surgery; management of acute and chronic osteomyelitis; extremity soft-tissue reconstruction associated with fractures; management of chest wall injuries; sternoclavicular joint injuries; calcaneus fractures; considerations in common geriatric fractures; and pelvic ring and acetabular fractures in the geriatric population.Sections include:General TopicsNonunions, Malunions, and InfectionsSoft-Tissue Injury and the Patient With PolytraumaUpper ExtremityAxial Skeleton: Pelvis and AcetabulumLower ExtremityGeriatricsEnrich Your eBook Reading ExperienceRead directly on your preferred device(s), such as computer, tablet, or smartphoneEasily convert to audiobook, powering your content with natural language text-to-speech

Orthopaedic Knowledge Update®: Spine 6 is a digest of relevant advances and thinking from the most recent 5 years of orthopaedic and subspecialty literature, as well as core knowledge from previous years. This comprehensive resource covers all aspects of the spine in a single, convenient volume. Developed in partnership with the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and edited by Eeric Truumees, MD, FAAOS and Heidi Prather, DO. Orthopaedic Knowledge Update®: Spine 6 presents relevant, evidence-based information, discusses its practical application, and provides supporting annotated references, all tailored to the needs of today’s practicing orthopaedic surgeons and trainees. Written, edited, and peer-reviewed by more than 90 interdisciplinary contributing authors, the book offers a complete guide to the diagnosis, treatment, and management of spinal injuries and disorders, supported by the latest evidence. Covers a wide range of topics related to the spine, focusing on proven and promising treatments and approaches for this complex area.Provides evidence-based information, reinforced by recent prospective and randomized studies, on biomechanics and surgical techniques, special problems, and controversial topics.Reflects an interdisciplinary approach to spine care with contributions from experts in orthopaedics, physical medicine and rehabilitation, anesthesia, radiology, neurology, neurosurgery, rheumatology, and internal medicine.Includes sections on Spine Anatomy and Biomechanics, Diagnostics in Spine Care, Medical Management of Spine Disorders, Surgical Management of Degenerative Spine Disorders, Spine Deformity, Trauma, Neoplastic and Inflammatory Conditions, and Special Populations in Spine Care, as well as a new chapter titled Perioperative Pain Management and Persistent Opioid Use Avoidance.Ideal for general orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, as well as residents in training and those studying for boards and recertification examinations.Enrich Your eBook Reading ExperienceRead directly on your preferred device(s), such as computer, tablet, or smartphone.Easily convert to audiobook, powering your content with natural language text-to-speech.

Selected as a Doody’s Core Title for 2025!Orthopaedic Knowledge Update® 14, edited by Leesa M. Galatz, MD, MBA, FAAOS, and Frederick M. Azar, MD, FAAOS, brings you a comprehensive synthesis of the latest clinical thinking and best practices across all orthopaedic specialty areas. OKU® 14 covers developments of the last three years with revisions and updates based on new evidence, outcomes, and innovations in the recent literature, including annotated references. Keep pace with the rapidly evolving body of orthopaedic knowledge and clinical practice with OKU’s objective, balanced coverage. Backed by clinical research, informed by practical experience, and rigorously edited by thought leaders across the orthopaedic specialties, OKU®14 is your most up-to-date resource to guide your delivery of high-quality orthopaedic patient care today.An essential resource at every level of orthopaedic specialization: Daily practice – enhance patient care with clinical guidelines and best practices supported by the latest evidence Ongoing learning – explore vast amounts of new knowledge and clinical thinking across all orthopaedic specialty areas First-time board certification – access information you need to know but won’t find in most textbooks Maintenance of Certification (MOC) – prepare with confidence with objective, unbiased coverage of key topics and concepts All-new content from the top minds in orthopaedics:Over 1,000 pages of new content, such as chapters on: Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning Structure and Biology of Normal and Diseased Bones Musculoskeletal Mechanics and Kinesiology Applications of Three-Dimensional Technology in Orthopaedic Surgery Inflammation and Immunology Ligament Injuries of the Wrist Ligament Injuries to the Knee Articular Cartilage of the Knee Meniscal Pathology, Repair, and Transplant Sarcomas of Bone And much more Enrich Your eBook Reading ExperienceRead directly on your preferred device(s),such as computer, tablet, or smartphone. Easily convert to audiobook,powering your content with natural language text-to-speech.

Selected as a Doody’s Core Title for 2025!Part of the popular Orthopaedic Knowledge Update® series, this comprehensive orthopaedic resource covers all aspects of the latest advances in shoulder and elbow care in a single, convenient volume. Developed in partnership with the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and edited by Gregory P. Nicholson, MD, FAAOS, Orthopaedic Knowledge Update®: Shoulder and Elbow 6 reflects cutting-edge research and advances in the field written since the last volume published in 2020. Written and edited by leading orthopaedic surgeons and specialists, this text will be a valuable resource for practicing orthopaedic surgeons and shoulder and elbow specialists, as well as residents and fellows.   Covers the latest advances in this rapidly expanding and evolving field along with updated information and important findings published in the literature from 2020 to 2024 Features new chapters on Head-Depressing Surgery for Rotator Cuff Deficiency Without Arthritis; Outpatient Shoulder Arthroplasty; Anatomic Total Shoulder Arthroplasty With Aspherical Head and Inlay Glenoid; and Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty: Update on Complications, Outcomes, Longevity, and Translational Radiographic Data Provides evidence-based information, reinforced by recent prospective and randomized studies. Surgical techniques, special problems, and controversial topics are also presented Each of the 50 chapters includes an annotated reference list that summarizes recent relevant studies Sections are: Each of the 50 chapters includes an annotated reference list that summarizes recent relevant studies Sections are: Basic Science Instability and Athletic Injuries The Rotator Cuff Arthroscopy Arthritis and Arthroplasty Trauma and Fractures Elbow Trauma, Fracture, and Reconstruction Miscellaneous Shoulder and Elbow Topics A must-have for the shoulder and elbow surgeon, subspecialist, residents, and fellows

Part of the popular Orthopaedic Knowledge Update® series, this comprehensive orthopaedic resource covers all aspects of the latest innovations in tumor care and optimized treatment in a single, convenient volume. Developed in partnership with the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and edited by Geoffrey W. Siegel, MD, FAAOS, and J. Sybil Biermann, MD, FAAOS, Orthopaedic Knowledge Update®: Musculoskeletal Tumors 5 reflects cutting-edge research and understanding of the molecular basis of neoplastic disease and optimized treatment options since the last volume published in 2020. Written and edited by leading orthopaedic surgeons and specialists, OKU®: Musculoskeletal Tumors 5 provides deep insight, real-world patient scenarios, and best practices supported by the latest evidence. Offers a multidisciplinary perspective on musculoskeletal tumors, focusing on proven and promising treatments and approaches for this complex area Features new chapters on Molecular Biology in the Clinical Management of Musculoskeletal Neoplasia; Tumorlike Lesions of Soft Tissue; Pseudotumors and Tumorlike Lesions of Bone; Systemic Treatment of Bone Sarcoma; Tenosynovial Giant Cell Tumor and Synovial Chondromatosis; Pelvic Sarcoma Resection and Reconstruction; and Bone Grafting, Bone Graft Substitutes, and Growth Factors in Reconstruction for Bone Defects Provides evidence-based information, reinforced by recent prospective and randomized studies, surgical techniques, special problems, and controversial topics Covers the latest advances in the field along with updated information and important findings published in the literature from 2020 to 2024 Each of the 46 chapters includes an annotated reference list that summarizes recent relevant studies Sections are: General Evaluation and Treatment of Musculoskeletal Tumors Benign Bone Tumors Malignant Primary Bone Tumors Soft-Tissue Tumors Metabolic Disease to Bone Treatment of Bone Tumors A must-have for the orthopaedic surgeon, medical and pediatric oncologist, radiation oncologist, radiologist, pathologist, rehabilitation expert, and subspecialist