The Spine

<p>Linking theory to practice through the use of authentic clinical cases, Dr. Steven D. Waldman’s <i>Pain Medicine: A Case-Based Learning Series</i> helps readers acquire the valuable skill of <b>effective diagnostic thinking in daily practice</b>. <i>The Spine</i> volume uses an in-depth case format, preparing you to correctly analyze clinical vignettes and formulate a <b>clinically sound, evidence-based approach</b> to realistic patient scenarios. This highly effective leaning and assessment tool provides <b>practical clinical insights</b> into the best methods for diagnosis and treatment for the successful management of patients with spine-related pain.</p><ul> <li>Presents <b>real-world patients </b>in a <b>real-world clinical setting, making learning fun and engaging.</li> <p> <li>The Case-Based Learning approach</b> focuses learners and clinicians on the <b>key elements</b> for each diagnosis and helps <b>develop a deep understanding of how to diagnose and treat each condition.</li> </b> <p> <li>Covers <b>everyday clinical problems</b> such as Herniated Disc, Lumbar Strain, Thoracic Vertebral Compression Fracture, Epidural Abscess, Spondylosis, Spinal Stenosis, Sacroiliac Joint Pain, and more.</li> <p> <li>Cases unfold just the way they do in your clinic. Each case is accompanied with thoughtful <b>clinical commentary and key messages</b> from the author. </li> <p> <li>Each chapter uses <b>high-quality radiographic images, clinical photos, and full-color drawings</b> to facilitate a clear, easy-to-understand approach to evaluation and diagnosis.</li> <p> <li>An <b>ideal self-assessment and review tool</b> for pain medicine practitioners and trainees, as well as those preparing for the American Board of Anesthesiology Pain Medicine certification and recertification exam.</li> <b> <li>Enhanced eBook version included with purchase. </b>Your enhanced eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.</li></ul>