Main description:

This 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

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