The essential reference for quick, accurate diagnosis of arthritic disease through the radiograph! The 2nd Edition of this convenient, easy-to-read guide is divided into two sections. The first section illustrates an approach to analyzing the radiographicchanges in a specific joint, and the common arthropathies that produce those changes. The second section addresses the radiographic hallmarks of each of the common arthropathies.

The essential reference for quick, accurate diagnosis of arthritic disease through the radiograph! The 2nd Edition of this convenient, easy-to-read guide is divided into two sections. The first section illustrates an approach to analyzing the radiographicchanges in a specific joint, and the common arthropathies that produce those changes. The second section addresses the radiographic hallmarks of each of the common arthropathies.
Reviews of the Previous Edition:
"This unique book fills an important void in the musculoskeletal imaging literature...Well worth its modest cost...a truly outstanding achievement"
--AJR
"The text provides an excellent approach to the radiographic diagnosis of articular disorders...An excellent resource."
--Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery

1. Imaging Techniques and Modalities
Part I: Approach to Radiographic Changes Observed in a Specific Joint.
2. Evaluation of the Hand Film.
3. Approach to the Foot
4. Approach to the Hip.
5. Approach to the Knee.
6. Approach to the Shoulder.
7. The Sacroiliac Joint.
8. The "Phytes" of the Spine.
Part II: Radiographic Changes Observed in a Specific Articular Disease.
9. Rheumatoid Arthritis.
10. Psoriatic Arthritis.
11. Reactive Arthritis.
12. Ankylosing Spondylitis.
13. Osteoarthritis
14. Neuropathic Osteoarthropaty.
15. Diffuse Isiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis.
16. Gout.
17. Calcium Pyrophospate Dihydrate Crystal Deposition Disease.
18. Hydroxyapatite Deposition Disease.
19. Miscellaneous Deposition Diseases.
20. Collagen Vascular Diseases (Connective Tissue Diseases).
21. Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis.
22. Hemophilia.
23. Mass-like Arthropathies.

'The authors have done an excellent job of highlighting the important hallmarks of a particular disease in the pictures.The fact that the book is basic and simple is one of its best aspects. The illustrations and picture quality are excellent, making this useful as an easy guide for day-to-day practice.' - Jisna R Paul, MD(Washington University Medical Center) Doody 4 star rating!