Original PDF Ebook – Spinal Injection Techniques2nd Edition -9783132414488

Original PDF Ebook – Spinal Injection Techniques2nd Edition -9783132414488

Safe and effective injection techniques for the treatment of spinal pain_x000D_
Written by a multidisciplinary team of experts, Spinal Injection Techniques presents the most effective methods for injecting pharmaceuticals to address acute and chronic pain originating from the cervical spine to the sacrum. This new, second edition has been extensively revised and updated with replacement of many images and addition of an extended chapter with tips and tricks on diagnostic and clinical examination. The authors’ emphasis is on techniques that represent viable alternatives to spine surgery and do not rely on diagnostic imaging._x000D_
The first section of the book provides a general overview of the basic principles, diagnostics, and causal as well as symptomatic pain therapy for the spine. The second section, created in an atlas format, includes chapters on spinal anatomy and pain signaling, techniques for injection therapy of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine, management of potential complications and side effects, and multimodal spine therapy. Illustrated using real-life photographs from the authors’ practice, each technique-related chapter guides the reader step-by-step and with great confidence through the injection procedures._x000D_
Highlights:_x000D_
Provides detailed coverage of injection therapy using anatomic landmarks, without the use of image guidance_x000D_
Features minimally invasive spine therapy for inpatient and outpatient settings, with concomitant pharmaceutical treatments_x000D_
Includes essential information on contraindications and patient consent_x000D_
More than 500 color illustrations and photographs demonstrating the relevant anatomy, patient positioning, and accurate needle placement_x000D_
Conceived as a practical guide and useful compendium, Spinal Injection Techniques is invaluable for orthopedists and practitioners in physical medicine and rehabilitation. It is also a handy reference for anesthesiologists, neurologists, and rheumatologists with a specific interest in pain therapy for the spine.