Main description:

Help your patients prevent and treat common back injuries!
Back injuries are a common source of pain and disability. This practical patient-education booklet helps your patients understand basic spinal anatomy and the dynamics of back injuries, while offering valuable guidance on injury prevention and treatment.
Inside you'll discover...

Clear descriptions of spinal structure, musculature, weight-bearing, and motion
Emphasis on prevention to help patients avoid potential back injuries
Treatment tips to help alleviate pain, speed healing, and improve function
A range of therapeutic options, described in clear, accessible language

New to the Fifth Edition...

More complete coverage of the lumbar spine anatomy and imaging
Expanded information on common injuries and diseases of the lower back
Additional treatment recommendations

Also available:

Krabak: Ishmael's Care of the Neck
Krabak: Ishmael's Care of the Knee