A number of important updates in the field have been addressed in this revised version, most notably the inclusion of information on meaningful use. Meaningful Use legislation requires that healthcare providers give documentation on diagnosis and treatment to every patient at the time of their evaluation and as such, each chapter of this revised edition includes patient instructions and education sections for clinicians. Updated algorithms and physical examination sheets are provided and are formatted to easily fit into an electronic medical record.
Featuring a user-friendly approach and step-by-step guidelines for managing a number of common musculoskeletal conditions, this handbook is an ideal reference for medical students, primary care residents and practicing primary care providers alike.
James M. Daniels, MD, MPH
Professor, Department of Family and Community Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery
Vice Chair, Department of Family and Community Medicine
Director, SIU Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine
Springfield, IL, USA.