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A unique comprehensive work describing the use and interpretation of MR and other advanced imaging methods in the evaluation of disorders of the six major peripheral joints. The first section covers techniques and protocols of MR imaging. The next sectiondescribes the disorders of joints, muscles, tendons and bones and their anatomy and pathophysiology. The third and largest section focuses on individual and anatomic sites, examining how specific disorders appear and discussing how to interpret images accurately. Discusses the abnormalities that affect the periarticular bone and soft tissue structures, including joint disease, bone and muscle injuries tumours, arthritis, nerve entrapment syndromes and infections. Emphasizes implications for sports medicine and orthopedics. Covers complementary techniques of CT, arthrography, ultrasonography and scintigraphy where appropriate. Includes over 1200 crisp images and photos (96 in full colour). Concludes with an appendix that covers general topics such as tumours and tumour-like masses, osteomyelitis, osteochondroses and much more.