According to recent statistics, 80% of all adults feel back pain at some point during their lives. Back pain can be excruciating. It can strike suddenly. It can become chronic and debilitating. A common fixture in modern society, back injuries represent the leading cause of work-related disability in the United States.
Back and Neck Disorders Sourcebook provides readers with information on the causes of back pain, including injuries, anomalies of development, degenerative changes, and postural defects. Individual parts offer details about specific disorders of the back and neck, such as whiplash, scoliosis, kyphosis, sciatica, and prolapsed (herniated) disks. This Sourcebook helps readers understand the causes and consequences of spinal cord disorders, recognize symptoms, become familiar with current treatment options, learn prevention strategies, and find sources of help for themselves or family members.
