Description
Book SynopsisDescribes the anatomy and neuromusculoskeletal relationships of the human spine, with special emphasis on structures affected by manual spinal techniques. This title offers a comprehensive review of the literature that explores the research of spinal anatomy and neuroanatomy, bringing practical applications to basic science.
Trade Review"Embryological, gross anatomical, histological, and physiological aspects of the spine, spinal cord, and ANS are comprehensively discussed and related to the pathophysiology encountered in clinical practice. Extensive use of illustrations, clinical vignettes, photographs, radiologic images, and well-organized tables enhances the presentation and eases the aforementioned application of current anatomical knowledge in the clinical setting. The text is well-written and organized in short paragraphs separated by a logic sequence of headings and subheadings to maintain oversight to the reader. I highly recommend this work to all students in the medical field and health care providers involved in the care of patients with disorders of the spine and spinal cord." Christoph J. Griessenauer Division of Neurosurgery Department of Surgery Birmingham, Alabama
Table of ContentsPART I: CHARACTERISTICS OF THE SPINE AND SPINAL CORD Surface Anatomy of the Back and Vertebral Levels of Clinically Important Structures General Characteristics of the Spine General Anatomy of the Spinal Cord Muscles That Influence the Spine The Cervical Region The Thoracic Region The Lumbar Region The Sacrum, Sacroiliac Joint, and Coccyx PART II: NEUROANATOMY OF THE SPINAL CORD, AUTONOMIC NERVOUS SYSTEM, AND PAIN OF SPINAL ORIGIN Neuroanatomy of the Spinal Cord Neuroanatomy of the Autonomic Nervous System Pain of Spinal Origin PART III: SPINAL DEVELOPMENT, PEDIATRIC SPINE, AND MICROSCOPIC ANATOMY Development of the Spine and Spinal Cord Unique Anatomic Features of the Pediatric Spine Microscopic Anatomy of the Zygapophyseal Joints, Intervertebral Discs, and Other Major Tissues of the Back
