Drawing on the expertise of both orthopaedic surgeons and general practitioners this volume reflects an increasing level of interaction between general practice and hospital based specialists. The book was compiled, discussed and extensively reviewed within group sessions which has resulted in a truly consensus view on the common orthopaedic problems faced by general practitioners working in busy surgeries. Key features: * sections cover advice on diagnosis and management of pathologies * guidelines on management, treatment and referral together with comprehensive review of orthopaedics and rheumatology * clearly illustrated examples of injection techniques and rehabilitation exercises * series of case vignettes highlight typical cases as they may present and provides a valuable means of testing knowledge in particular areas.