Description
Book SynopsisThis book is a practical guide to the diagnosis of spine-related disorders. Covering both adult and paediatric conditions, each chapter presents a systematic approach to common and more complex problems, including associated complaints such as headaches, bowel and bladder incontinence and retention, and groin pain.
Typical case presentations and initial work up are provided for each condition, followed by differential diagnosis and treatment options.
Authored by internationally recognised experts from the USA, this comprehensive text is enhanced by clinical images, diagrams and tables to assist understanding.
Key Points
- Practical guide to diagnosis of spine-related disorders
- Covers adult and paediatric conditions
- Each topic includes typical case presentations and initial work up
- Authored by internationally recognised experts in the field
Table of Contents
- Lower Back Pain in Children and Adolescents
- Lower Back Pain in Adults
- Arm Pain, Weakness and Numbness
- Cervical versus Shoulder/Periscapular Pain
- Groin Pain
- Leg Pain/Weakness/Numbness
- Bowel/Bladder Incontinence, Retention, and Saddle Anesthesia
- Neck Pain in Adults
- Headaches
- Gait Abnormalities
- Sacroiliac Joint Pain
- Differential Diagnosis: Hemiparesis
- Progressive Diffuse Paresis in Adults
- MRI Cord Changes
Index
