The spine dictionary

the long version

This guide to spine terminology includes definitions of disorders, tests, treatments, drug names, acronyms, abbreviations, and symbols from all disciplines caring for patients with spine disorders, including orthopaedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, therapists, chiropractors, and all those looking for a complete guide to spine terminology, particularly office staff of spine practitioners and libraries. Features multidisciplinary editorial board and multidisciplinary approach to terminology, so that terms frequently used in one spine specialty (e.g., neurosurgery) can be readily understood by all other specialties caring for spine patients. Illustrated.