Preface
- Acknowledgments
- Introduction to Rheumatology and Orthopaedics
- How to Use This Book
Chapter 1: Introduction to Rheumatology and Orthopaedics
- Overview of the Specialties
- Basic Principles in Rheumatology and Orthopaedics
- Key Symptoms in Musculoskeletal Disorders
Chapter 2: Joint Pain and Swelling
- Assessment of Joint Symptoms
- Differential Diagnosis of Joint Pain
- Key Rheumatologic and Orthopaedic Conditions
- Diagnostic Approaches
Chapter 3: Inflammatory Arthritis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Gout and Pseudogout
Chapter 4: Osteoarthritis and Degenerative Joint Disease
- Pathophysiology of Osteoarthritis
- Clinical Features and Diagnosis
- Management Strategies for Osteoarthritis
- Joint Replacement Surgery
Chapter 5: Soft Tissue and Musculoskeletal Disorders
- Tendonitis and Bursitis
- Muscular Dystrophies
- Soft Tissue Injuries
- Diagnostic Imaging in Soft Tissue Disorders
Chapter 6: Back Pain and Spinal Disorders
- Acute and Chronic Back Pain
- Disc Herniation and Degenerative Spinal Disease
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spinal Deformities (Scoliosis, Kyphosis)
- Management of Back Pain
Chapter 7: Bone Disease and Fractures
- Osteoporosis and Osteopenia
- Fracture Types and Classification
- Fracture Healing and Complications
- Surgical vs. Non-Surgical Management of Fractures
Chapter 8: Paediatric Rheumatology and Orthopaedics
- Common Paediatric Musculoskeletal Disorders
- Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
- Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip
- Orthopaedic Conditions in Children and Adolescents
Chapter 9: Sports Injuries and Orthopaedic Rehabilitation
- Common Sports Injuries (Ligament, Tendon, Bone)
- Management of Acute and Chronic Sports Injuries
- Rehabilitation and Recovery Protocols
- Prevention of Sports Injuries
Chapter 10: Orthopaedic Surgery Techniques
- General Principles of Orthopaedic Surgery
- Arthroscopy and Minimally Invasive Techniques
- Joint Replacements: Hip, Knee, and Shoulder
- Spine Surgery
- Post-Surgical Care and Complications
Chapter 11: Rheumatology: Diagnosis and Management
- Diagnostic Work-Up in Rheumatology
- Role of Laboratory Tests and Imaging
- Pharmacological Treatment in Rheumatology
- Biological Agents and Disease-Modifying Drugs
Chapter 12: Systemic and Autoimmune Disorders in Orthopaedics
- Rheumatoid Arthritis and Orthopaedic Implications
- Lupus and Orthopaedic Manifestations
- Scleroderma and Related Disorders
- Vasculitis and its Orthopaedic Impact
Chapter 13: Musculoskeletal Infections and Tumours
- Osteomyelitis and Septic Arthritis
- Bone Tumours: Benign and Malignant
- Soft Tissue Tumours
- Management and Surgical Considerations
Chapter 14: Pain Management in Rheumatology and Orthopaedics
- Acute and Chronic Pain Management
- Pharmacological Pain Control
- Non-Pharmacological Pain Management (Physiotherapy, Acupuncture)
- Managing Pain in Post-Surgical Patients
Chapter 15: Geriatric Rheumatology and Orthopaedics
- Musculoskeletal Conditions in the Elderly
- Osteoporosis and Fracture Risk
- Multidisciplinary Approach to Elderly Patient Care
- Rehabilitation Strategies for Older Adults
Chapter 16: Future Directions in Rheumatology and Orthopaedics
- Advances in Pharmacotherapy
- Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine
- Minimally Invasive Surgery and Robotic Technology
- Future Trends in Musculoskeletal Care
Appendices
- A: Key Musculoskeletal Examination Techniques
- B: Diagnostic Imaging in Orthopaedics and Rheumatology
- C: Rheumatology and Orthopaedics Resources and Guidelines
- D: Useful Patient Education Materials
Index
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