The Foot and Ankle in Rheumatology

Description:

Musculoskeletal foot pathology is endemic in patients with rheumatological conditions, with up to 90% of patients reporting current foot pain. However, foot pathology is often trivialised, despite the strong body of evidence showing foot problems are associated with reduced quality of life. The Foot and Ankle in Rheumatology is a unique, comprehensive, and detailed guide to all aspects of the management of foot and ankle pathologies in rheumatic conditions. Written by a team of leading experts, this title provides international perspectives and current state of the art information on foot and ankle pathology across a range of conditions. With over 170 colour images and photographs, practical diagnostic and management techniques are clearly explained with references to the latest guidelines. Rheumatology is a fast-evolving field, with major advances in treatment and management strategies. As the effective management of rheumatological foot and ankle disorders requires and integrated, disease-stage approach across a multidisciplinary team, the Foot and Ankle in Rheumatology has been designed to provide clear, practical, and evidence-based advice for a wide range of health professions, from podiatrists, rheumatologists, and orthopaedic surgeons to occupational therapists and physiotherapists.

Table of Contents:

1 Current concepts in rheumatology

2 Anatomy of the foot and ankle

3 Normal function and movement

4 Osteoarthritis

5 Crystal arthritis

6 Rheumatoid arthritis

7 Spondyloarthropathies

8 Autoimmune connective tissue diseases

9 Soft-tissue disorders

10 Juvenile idiopathic arthritis

11 Clinical assessment

12 Imaging of arthritis in the foot and ankle

13 Pathomechanics and gait analysis

14 Foot health management

15 Surgery

16 Organizing care