The book is intended as the second edition of previously published NCurrent Orthopaedic PracticeO. The book is a unique publication from the UK, which covers the entire clinical orthopaedic spectrum. The FRCS exam is an end-of-training examination for Orthopaedic trainees in the UK. There is a paucity of textbooks published in the UK which cover the spectrum of knowledge required.aThe updated edition builds on the success of the first edition.aaThis book is divided into 18achapters, which cover the entire remit of clinical orthopaedics. The chapter on sports injuries has been split into two chapters - disorders of the hip and disorders of the knee.aA unique feature which has been retained is the incorporation of annotated bibliography within the text. The list of references has been provided as 'further reading suggestions'aat the end of the chapter. The annotated text within the chapterahelps the reader to understand the study design and key message from the article. The articles selected for inclusion in the text are seminala articles, or recent articles which have led to change in practice.aThe line drawings are simple and easy to reproduce. Classifications area presented pictorially as much as possible, instead of tables, and this helps memorisation.This book is an essential resource for all orthopaedicagraduates, trainees and professionals alike.