range of conditions. An outline style and crisp line drawings direct users to easily referenced details on contraindications, patient preparation, procedural techniques and post-procedure care. Each chapter devotes coverage to one specific diagnostic or therapeutic procedure that can be used to treat a myriad of problems from herniated disks to whiplash.Covers a full range of common and emerging spinal procedures including discography, facet and nerve root injection, nerve root lysis, intra- and extra-spinal biopsy, IDET, and vertebroplasty Details all procedures with step-by-step, clearly illustrated instructions. Uses an easy-to-reference outline format for all chapters Devotes each chapter to a particular diagnostic or therapeutic procedure that can be used to treat a variety of problems Emphasizes safe, consistent procedure performance to minimize complications

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