Posterolateral Knee Injuries: Anatomy, Evaluation, and Treatment covers
the complex anatomy of the posterolateral knee, the varied examination
techniques, surgical and nonsurgical treatments, and therapeutic and
rehabilitative exercises available to manage conditions of the posterolateral
knee.
This book discusses the multi-pronged approaches used to manage
posterolateral ligament tears, posterolateral rotatory instability, combined
ligament injuries, injuries causing abnormal knee movement, and much more.
Comprehensive coverage of clinically relevant biomechanics and the correlation
of pertinent exams needed for diagnosis helps the reader develop a firm
understanding of the relationship between instability abnormalities and
posterolateral knee injuries.
Highlights:
- A review of anatomical nomenclature clarifies
structures which are often confused - More than 150 illustrations call attention to key
issues and clearly delineate anatomical concepts - Thorough discussion of imaging and diagnostic tests
- Step-by-step descriptions of treatments of acute injury
- Guidance on examination techniques for patients with
concurrent ligament injuries in the anterior cruciate ligament, medial
collateral ligament, and/or posterior cruciate ligament, in either acute or
chronic situations - Complete review of workup for chronic injury patients
requiring either an osteotomy and/or a reconstruction
Here is an essential reference for all orthopedic surgeons, sports medicine specialists, and fellows
in these specialties working with patients with acute and chronic knee injuries and related pathology.