First aid manual for traumatology

This guide is devoted to the basic rules for first aid to be aid to patients of adult and childhood with damage to the musculoskeletal system. It analyzes the long-term practical experience of the residents of one of the US clinics, in writing practical recommendations the current traumatologists-orthopedists of various departments of this clinic took an active part.

, the algorithm of actions in specific clinical cases was presented, and the features of collecting an anamnesis at the prehospital stage were described , the main techniques for the bone dislocations forming large joints, and reposition of fractures with the displacement of bone fragments of the segments of the upper and lower extremities, as well as the spine. The rules of gypsum immobilization are described in detail with the bringing of appropriate illustrations.

The publication is intended for doctors, clinical residents and graduate students of not only traumatological and orthopedic profiles, but also other specialties, as well as students of medical universities.