Böcker av Ziya L. Gokaslan

The authoritative one-stop resource for understanding back pain and treatment, including: - An overview of the anatomy of the back: bones and joints, muscles and ligaments, the spinal cord and nerves- An explanation of the most common causes of back pain and how to avoid or minimize them- A tour of the diagnostic process, including x-rays, MRIs, and other tests and studies- A comprehensive guide to nonsurgical pain management, including a chapter devoted to physical therapy- Advice about how to decide whether surgery is right for you and which surgical option is most appropriate - An explanation of what back surgery involves and recommendations to help with a healthy recovery- Tips on how to keep your back strong and healthy throughout your lifeFrom causes to diagnosis to treatment, The Back Book is a comprehensive, easy-to-understand guide for people with back pain.