Common Spinal Disorders Explained

If it were a disease, back pain would be called an epidemic. At least 5 million people will consult their GPs about back pain this year. The total costs to the UK are estimated at #12 billion/year. This book details the common conditions which cause back pain and outlines a methodology for the diagnosis, investigation and treatment of the conditions. Annotation General and emergency physicians, orthopedic surgeons in training, rheumatologists, radiologists. If it were a disease, back pain would be called an epidemic. At least 5 million people will consult their doctor about back pain this year. The total costs to the UK alone are estimated at 12 billion/year. This book details the common conditions that cause back pain and outlines a methodology for the diagnosis, investigation, and treatment of these conditions "Common Spinal Disorders Explained details the common conditions that cause back pain, and outlines a methodology for the diagnosis, investigation, and treatment of these conditions. General and emergency physicians, orthopedic surgeons in training, physiotherapists, chiropractors, osteopaths, and sports physicians will all find this a valuable resource."--Jacket When assessing a patient presenting with back or neck pain it is essential to take a thorough history and examination, as it is usually possible to make an accurate diagnosis or a differential diagnosis based on the findings.