Low Back and Neck Pain: Comprehensive Diagnosis and Management

Low Back and Neck Pain: Comprehensive Diagnosis and Management
ISBN-10
072169277X
ISBN-13
9780721692777
Category
Medical / Orthopedics
Pages
921
Language
English
Published
2004
Publisher
Saunders
Authors
Sam W. Wiesel, Scott D. Boden, David G. Borenstein

Description

Previously published as two separate books, Low Back Pain and Neck Pain-each considered a classic in its field-the new Back and Neck Pain, 3rd Edition presents all of today's best clinical knowledge on both of these areas in a single comprehensive, definitive volume. Its multidisciplinary approach thoroughly explores the pathophysiology, evaluation, and management of back and neck pain, putting the latest techniques and treatments at readers' fingertips.

  • Presents all of the newest medication guidelines-including tumor necrosis factor inhibitors in in-flam-matory disease and sciatica · the appropriate use of cox-2 inhibitors and analgesics · and much more.
  • Explores hot topics such as Tnf alpha inhibitors in spine disease · new osteoporosis therapies · and recent breakthroughs in diabetes treatment.
  • Updates the surgery section with new information on minimally invasive surgery · the role of bone morphogenic protein · and disc replacement.
  • Incorporates new content on complementary and alternative therapies.

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