Written by leading authorities in the field of spine care, this book is a 
comprehensive reference for the latest techniques for managing intervertebral 
disc disorders affecting the lumbar spine. Divided into four main sections, the 
book opens with a review of fundamental basic science concepts, including 
epidemiology, anatomy, pathophysiology, biology, biomechanics, and mechanisms of 
pain. The second section focuses on the management of disc herniation, with 
chapters guiding clinicians from the pathophysiology of the herniated disc to 
clinical presentation to various treatment strategies. The final sections of the 
book present in-depth coverage of degenerative disc disease and provide 
essential information for imaging and testing, diagnosis, patient screening, 
treatment, and rehabilitation.

Highlights:

• Detailed coverage of the latest innovations in the 
  field, including nonsurgical treatments, minimally invasive procedures, 
  biologic techniques, and motion-preserving procedures, enables clinicians to 
  select the appropriate treatment for each clinical situation 
   
• More than 200 high-quality illustrations and images 
  demonstrate key concepts 
   
• Valuable discussion of safety considerations and how to 
  avoid and manage potential complications

Ideal for practitioners and trainees 
with a focus on spinal disorders, this book will be an invaluable resource for 
orthopaedists, neurosurgeons, pain specialists, physiatrists, neuroradiologists, and researchers in these specialties.