Spinal Disorders and Nerve Compression Syndromes

作者: Arash Yaghoobian , John M. Olsewski

DOI: 10.1007/978-1-4419-6999-6_88

关键词: Medical attentionSpinal stenosisGeriatric populationPhysical examinationPhysical therapyBack painNerve rootMedicineLumbar spinal stenosisNerve compression syndrome

摘要: Spinal disorders and nerve compression syndromes of the elderly are common presenting complaints to both internist surgeons. In fact, approximately 70% all patients seeking medical attention have complaint back pain at one time in their life. More than 13% lasting more 2 weeks [1]. A directed history physical examination working knowledge spinal bony neural anatomy key elements for appropriate diagnosis management. This chapter defines major affecting geriatric population guides surgeon treatment options each disorder.

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