Part of the popular Orthopaedic Knowledge Update® series, this comprehensive orthopaedic resource covers all aspects of the latest advances in shoulder and elbow care in a single, convenient volume. Developed in partnership with the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and edited by Gregory P. Nicholson, MD, FAAOS, Orthopaedic Knowledge Update®: Shoulder and Elbow 6 reflects cutting-edge research and advances in the field written since the last volume published in 2020. Written and edited by leading orthopaedic surgeons and specialists, this text will be a valuable resource for practicing orthopaedic surgeons and shoulder and elbow specialists, as well as residents and fellows.  

• Covers the latest advances in this rapidly expanding and evolving field along with updated information and important findings published in the literature from 2020 to 2024
• Features new chapters on Head-Depressing Surgery for Rotator Cuff Deficiency Without Arthritis; Outpatient Shoulder Arthroplasty; Anatomic Total Shoulder Arthroplasty With Aspherical Head and Inlay Glenoid; and Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty: Update on Complications, Outcomes, Longevity, and Translational Radiographic Data
• Provides evidence-based information, reinforced by recent prospective and randomized studies. Surgical techniques, special problems, and controversial topics are also presented
• Each of the 50 chapters includes an annotated reference list that summarizes recent relevant studies
• Sections are:
• Each of the 50 chapters includes an annotated reference list that summarizes recent relevant studies
• Sections are:
  • Basic Science
  • Instability and Athletic Injuries
  • The Rotator Cuff
  • Arthroscopy
  • Arthritis and Arthroplasty
  • Trauma and Fractures
  • Elbow Trauma, Fracture, and Reconstruction
  • Miscellaneous Shoulder and Elbow Topics
• A must-have for the shoulder and elbow surgeon, subspecialist, residents, and fellows