The Encyclopedia of the Back and Spine Systems and Disorders (Facts on File Library of Health and Living)

A collection of clear, comprehensive, and up-to-date resources for understanding and coping with the complexities of modern health and social concerns provides an objective overview of each topic profiled, covering essential facts and the wider social ramifications of the subject. Back pain is the most common cause of job-related disability. This is a reference to these parts of the body and the ailments of sufferers. It provides information on various aspects of the back and spine, including anatomy, metabolic processes, neurological systems, injuries, diseases and disorders, treatments, medicines, and nutrition. Provides alphabetically arranged entries that cover the symptoms, illnesses, treatments, medications, social issues, and anatomy related to diseasese and disorders of the back and spine