This book covers not only broken bones but sprains, dislocated joints and torn ligaments. Large print, clear photographs and diagrams (though I did find the diagram 'How a broken bone mends' a tad confusing) and excellent basic information explain the facts simply but thoroughly. How broken bones, sprains, etc. happen is covered, as well as how these accidents are treated. We see a physiotherapist helping with exercises, and there is a short section on preventing accidents too. Good, detailed information at the most basic level. Excellent for A & E departments. There is an index, a glossary, and a list of further books.