Arthroscopic Knot Tying is the first step-by-step "how-to" guide to arthroscopic knot tying.

Arthroscopic Knot Tying features more than 260 photographs and easy-to-follow outlined instructions,

Arthroscopic Knot Tying explains the key concepts behind arthroscopic knot tying, shows how to hold the suture and use the various knot-tying devices, and demonstrates all the steps necessary to tie a biomechanically sound arthroscopic knot.

Arthroscopic Knot Tying covers 30 arthroscopic knots that are appropriate for repairing injuries of the shoulder, elbow, knee, and ankle.

Detailed instructions for tying each knot are presented side by side with clear photographs depicting each step.

Contents:

• Knot-Tying Principles
• Knot Terminology
• Arthroscopic Knot Pushers
• Suture Properties
• Knot Types
• Knot Pushing and Pulling
• Tying Half Hitches
• Optimal Configuration of Half Hitches
• Post Switching
• Arthroscopic Knot-Tying Techniques
• Nonsliding Knots
• Sliding Knots
• Ratchet Knots
• Locking Knots
• Laparoscopic Knots
• Biomechanical Studies

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ORDER NOW Arthroscopic Knot Tying An Instruction Manual by Keith M. Baumgarten 2005 • 93 pages • $41.95 + shipping Texas residents please add 7 % sales tax