Book excerpt: Handbook of Orthopaedic Terminology provides 145 orthopedic terms for describing fractures and operative techniques, as well as 163 drawings depicting examples of common and uncommon fractures and their treatment (including prostheses). The material is divided into anatomical areas of interest and includes the shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand, hip, knee, ankle, foot, and spine. This format allows quick and easy access to terms and information. Handbook of Orthopaedic Terminology is an essential resource for helping radiologists, family practitioners, technologists, medical transcriptionists, and others communicate more effectively with orthopedic surgeons.