Gregory D. Cramer - Clinical Anatomy of the Spine, Spinal Cord, and ANS - E-Book

It seems as though it has only been a short period of time since publication of the second edition of Basic and Clinical Anatomy of the Spine, Spinal Cord, and ANS. The first two editions of this ambitious work have been an important reference for me. I have been most appreciative of the clarity of expression and the illustrations, making this a primary resource for the student of spinal anatomy. I have never hesitated to recommend readings to learners at many levels, all of whom have appreciated the ease of understanding of text and figures, while not sacrificing the academic rigor that one would expect from authors who have spent their lives researching and teaching about the spine. I highly recommend this work to any health professional engaged in treating patients with spinal disorders and particularly to those who might be struggling to stay abreast with current concepts.

As remarkable as it seems, and as fresh and relevant as the information contained within the second edition continues to be, it has been 8 years since publication of that edition. Over this period of time there have been advances in imaging, clinical biomechanics, physiology, and pathophysiology that necessitate revisiting some of the concepts presented in the book. I am impressed with the way in which volumes of recent literature have been distilled to a level that is both understandable and useful to students and practitioners alike. As an educator, I am particularly looking forward to the improvements and additions to the already excellent figures and illustrations since I use them liberally in my teaching. I am very certain that you will find the third edition to be a great contribution to your library whether you are a beginning learner, an advanced practitioner, or an educator looking to stay current with todays advancements.

Rand S. Swenson, DC, MD, PhD, Professor of Anatomy and Neurology, Chair, Department of Anatomy, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, Hanover, New Hampshire

Drs. Cramer and Darby, with the able assistance of colleagues in the Departments of Anatomy and Physiology at National University of Health Sciences, have again updated and improved a remarkable resource for both clinicians and students.

This new edition of Clinical Anatomy of the Spine, Spinal Cord, and ANS is designed to facilitate a learners understanding of important anatomic concepts and their relationship to clinical practice. The most important aspects of this book include comprehensive coverage of spinal anatomy and related neuroanatomy, with clear explanations of structural relationships, the extensive use of illustrations and photographs to enhance anatomic detail, and numerous well-referenced clinical pearls that relate anatomy to clinical care.

Every chapter has been updated with new illustrations and images. Several chapters have undergone major revisions and expansions. The authors have embarked upon an evidence-based approach by supporting the books content with new research reports and reviews.