Netter’s Orthopaedic Clinical Examination: An Evidence-Based Approach, by Joshua Cleland PT PhD (Author), 2nd Edition, offers a comprehensive guide to applying best practices in orthopaedic clinical examination. Featuring classic Netter artwork and anatomy/biomechanics tables, this book provides an accessible overview of orthopedic anatomy and pathophysiology alongside practical evidence-based methods for conducting physical examinations.

The text emphasizes the importance of using clinically significant information from each physical examination to diagnose conditions accurately. It evaluates the effectiveness of various clinical tests through evidence-based information, allowing readers to quickly review recent studies and determine which tests will best predict specific diagnoses.

Enhancing understanding of orthopedic anatomy and pathology, this book includes detailed discussions of joint-specific topics. Each chapter concludes with a “Summary and Recommendations” table, summarizing available clinical evidence for easy reference.

Aquiring knowledge on study quality through an appendix that assesses studies using the QUADAS (Quality Assessment of Diagnostic Accuracy Studies) framework and identifying high-quality studies via icons, readers can focus on well-supported findings. This book is essential for healthcare professionals seeking to improve their orthopaedic clinical skills with a robust evidence-based approach.