This fully illustrated textbook has been designed to present the essential core of information on orthopaedics and fractures (trauma) required by medical students during their clinical training. A combined study (including fractures), this book reflects the ever-increasing interest in the management of trauma. It deals with everyday problems in a practical and informative manner.The text concentrates on common conditions found in clinical practice, to give a firm foundation for postgraduate training. David J.Dandy is also the author of the textbook "Arthroscopic Management of the Knee" and "Arthroscopy of the Knee: a Diagnostic Colour Atlas".