Physical Therapy of the Low Back

This book presents an innovative approach to treatment of lower back dysfunction through physical therapy, based on the practical integration of current scientific data with the extensive clinical experience of the authors and contributors. The updated 3rd Edition of this reference provides comprehensive information on the conservative management of low back pain, including the most current advances in physical therapy. It features contributions by experts in fields such as physical therapy, medicine, surgery, psychology, ergonomics and epidemiology. The early chapters are devoted to basic science and recent research related to diagnosis of back pain syndromes. The remaining chapters address conservative back pain management through physical therapy and exercise, plus strategies for prevention of back injuries in the workplace, and information on behavioral responses and contributions to chronic back pain.