This chapter from Outdoor Emergency Care: A Patroller's Guide to Medical Care (6th edition) outlines the essential knowledge and skills for addressing musculoskeletal injuries in an outdoor setting. It meticulously details the anatomy and physiology of bones, muscles, and connective tissues, explaining how these structures function and heal. The document then shifts to identifying common musculoskeletal injuries like sprains, strains, fractures, and dislocations, emphasizing assessment techniques to recognize their signs and symptoms. Finally, a significant portion is dedicated to the management of musculoskeletal injuries, providing detailed instructions on various splinting techniques and appropriate care for injuries across different body parts, from the shoulder to the foot, including special considerations for open fractures and neurovascular compromise.

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