In this classic work on orthopedics, William Falconer provides a detailed account of the causes, symptoms, and treatment of hip-joint disease. Drawing on his extensive experience as a surgeon, Falconer provides a detailed description of the condition, as well as guidance on how to treat it effectively. With its clear language and detailed illustrations, this book remains a highly influential work on the subject and an essential resource for modern practitioners. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.