This highly regarded text is one of the most comprehensive reference works available on the topographical, functional and radiographic anatomy of the lumbosacral spine. Fully updated in this sixth edition, Clinical and Radiological Anatomy of the Lumbar Spine walks the reader through the structure, function and common disorders of the lumbar spine. It covers the basic anatomy of lumbar components, how the spine changes with age, clinical problems, and imaging. Internationally renowned author Nikolai Bogduk's thorough referencing and clear text bridge the gap between science and clinical presentation to provide practical, validated and clinically relevant information that will be invaluable for students and clinicians alike. INDICE: 1. The lumbar vertebrae2. The interbody joint and the intervertebral discs3. The zygapophysial joints - detailed structure4. The ligaments of the lumbar spine5. The lumbar lordosis and the vertebral canal6. The sacrum7. Basic biomechanics8. Movements of the lumbar spine9. The lumbar muscles and their fasciae10. Nerves of the lumbar spine11. Blood supply of the lumbar spine12. Embryology and development13. Age changes in the lumbar spine14. The sacroiliac joint15. Low back pain16. Instability17. Reconstructive anatomy18. Radiographic anatomy19. Sagittal magnetic resonance scans20. Axial magnetic resonance imaging21. Coronal magnetic resonance scansAppendixIndex
- ISBN: 978-0-323-87470-0
- Editorial: Elsevier
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
- Páginas: 282
- Fecha Publicación: 12/09/2022
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés