Macnab's Backache, Fourth Edition is an enhancement and update of Ian Macnab's
classic principles of spinal anatomy and pathology, which form the cornerstones
of clinical evaluation and treatment of spinal disorders. This edition is geared
to practitioners in a wide variety of specialties and emphasizes the initial
evaluation and treatment of patients with back pain and/or sciatica. The book
thoroughly describes and illustrates the pathoanatomy of various spinal
disorders and its correlation with clinical symptoms. Also included are chapters
on history taking, examination of the back, differential diagnosis of low back
pain, pain management, and a new chapter on injections.