This title offers guidelines to avoid complications in the diagnosis, management, repair and rehabilitation of common, complex and multifaceted fractures of the shoulder girdle. It emphasizes critical issues in clinical and radiographic evaluation for optimal surgical outcomes. The text is also illustrated to clarify diagnostic, surgical and therapeutic schemes.

A representation of the skills and expertise of top surgeons in the field, this reference serves as a step-by-step instructional resource on arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder and elbow. With full-color illustrations throughout, and an accompanying DVD of film clips of the key procedures, each chapter focuses on specific techniques and will contain strategies to enhance recovery, reduce patient pain, and provide improved function over traditional surgical procedures.