By Kern Singh
A unique, visually appealing, and easy-to-read guide to the anatomy, pathology, and management of the spine. Management of patients with problems affecting the spine involves a team approach, with professionals and residents contributing their respective roles. Therefore, medical residents need resources that offer training for quick and skillful learning of the “fundamentals” of the spine, such as performing exams. This manual is a concise and compact guide to the fundamental principles for understanding the surgical process of the spine ― from the atlanto-occipital joint to the coccyx. Provides professionals and residents in the area with an intuitive and informative text, resulting from the practical knowledge of surgeons specializing in the spine. Core principles include spinal anatomy, clinical assessments, spinal imaging, diagnostic tests, and selected spinal procedures. Common surgical approaches are outlined in a concise, straightforward text, accompanied by case studies and radiologic pathology. This format is learning-friendly and provides an ideal review of the spine for those participating in spinal rotation procedures, as well as for residents. .•The only textbook on spinal pathology and management created in collaboration with undergraduates and residents.• High-impact quotes and questions at the end of the book highlight key topics.•Detailed figures, diagrams, radiology and MRI images elucidate me we’ve expanded on chapter topics.• Tables provide a quick reference, with concise information, including the impacted anatomy, nerves, and procedural maneuvers used in the examinations.The Handbook of Fundamentals of the Spine – An Objective Review of the Anatomy, Assessment, Imaging, Tests, and Procedures is an essential resource for orthopedic and neurosurgery residents, in addition to medical students. It will also benefit physiatrists, spinal specialists, residents in orthopedics and neurosurgery and nurses, as well as chiropractors.

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