Despite growing reliance on imaging, clinical examination remains the bedrock of diagnosis of the musculoskeletal patient. Special tests have widespread utility particularly in sport　and can often　help to elucidate a patient’s presentation where the lesion is subtle and　otherwise difficult to detect　and, in turn,　guide management　and treatment.　Special Tests in Musculoskeletal Examination 2nd Edition is a pocketbook guide to over 100　peripheral tests.

It includes:

• a fully illustrated step-by-step guide to each test giving clinicians all the　information they need at their fingertips.
• a focussed review of the latest evidence and how this applies to practice.
• use of clinical tips and expert opinion to allow clinicians to select the most　appropriate test and interpret the results meaningfully.

• Full review of the evidence integrated into the entire text.
• New clinical context section at the start of each section making it easy to　find and providing advanced background knowledge to extend the readers knowledge.
• Brand new colour photography to show each test clearly throughout.
• Additional tests included allowing readers to extend their knowledge and　understanding.