The purpose of this book is to cater for the students of medicine, at all levels, who wish for a simple groundwork on Orthopaedics. It also attempts to educate, in a format acceptable, the lay public who has an interest in Orthopaedics. The common conditions of musculoskeletal system are discussed in full. Emphasis is placed on minor technical procedures and the principles of the more complicated once discussed. The last chapter is on outcome measures in orthopaedics; this is the most important factor in assessment of any medical management. We have made every effort to include the best and most current information in this book, but nothing can claim to be perfect we are open to suggestions, ideas and compliments too.