chapter 34 Musculoskeletal medicine INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW Musculoskeletal medicine (MSM) is that branch of medicine dealing with the conservative management of disorders of the musculoskeletal system, including the muscles, aponeuroses,…
chapter 25 Cardiology INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW Cardiovascular disorders are encountered very frequently in the primary care setting. In developed or affluent countries, cardiovascular disease is still the most common cause…
chapter 29 Endocrinology INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW Endocrine problems are important in the general practice setting, for a range of reasons. First, they are common enough to occur regularly, either as…
chapter 27 Ear, nose and throat INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW This chapter is a brief summation of commonly encountered otolaryngology, head and neck issues in general practice. It is not exhaustive…
chapter 55 Child health and development INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW Infancy and childhood are characterised by a range of issues that broadly fall into three categories (Box 55.1): • acute problems—e.g….
chapter 38 Pain management INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW One of the most common reasons for people presenting to a healthcare practitioner is the presence of pain. Many people in our community…
