title: Hippocratic principles in orthopaedics.
abstract: The principles of Hippocrates's teaching and practice with respect to general medicine, sportsmedicine, and orthopaedics are described. The method of examination, the essentials of diagnosis, prognosis, and patient participation are emphasized. Manual medicine, the balance of rest and exercise, and the avoidance of overuse of one treatment are also discussed.
authors.forename: M C
authors.initials: MC
authors.lastname: Livingston
mesh_terms: D049690:History, Ancient; D006801:Humans; D008349:Manipulation, Orthopedic / Q000266:history; D009985:Orthopedics / Q000266:history*