Spinal Fusion Techniques: A Comprehensive Guide

Spinal Fusion Techniques, a volume in the Atlas of Interventional Pain Management series, offers a concise and practical guide for clinicians seeking to perform the latest interventional techniques for treating patients with chronic pain as a result of spinal stenosis. This comprehensive guide provides detailed, step-by-step guidance on how to deliver safe, accurate, and cost-effective pain relief to patients using all clinically useful imaging modalities, including ultrasound-guided techniques and fluoroscopy.

Comprehensive Overview of Techniques

This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the latest techniques used in spinal fusion, including Minimally Invasive Posterior Lumbar Fusion: A Novel Approach to Facet Fusion, Posterior Spinal Fusion, and Interspinous Fusion with Lateral Percutaneous Technique. It also covers key topics such as patient selection, preoperative prep, and post-operative care.

Clinically Relevant Images and Radiologic Images

Spinal Fusion Techniques features clinically relevant anatomic drawings and radiologic images that provide step-by-step instruction on techniques. These high-quality images and clear, authoritative guidance throughout the guide show exactly how to evaluate the causes of pain, identify the most promising stimulation technique, locate the site with precision, and deliver effective relief.

Clear Guidance on Risks and Benefits

The guide offers clear guidance on the risks and benefits, as well as indications and contraindications, for each procedure. It also includes easy-to-follow, templated content on patient selection, preoperative prep, and post-operative care.

Full-Color Line Drawings and Photographs

Spinal Fusion Techniques includes full-color line drawings, photographs, and ultrasound images that provide you with a firm grasp of the anatomy and equipment involved with each procedure. These visuals help to highlight potential pitfalls for each technique and offer clinical pearls on how to avoid them.

eBook Version Included

A digital version of the guide is included with purchase, allowing you to access all of the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud.

With its comprehensive coverage, detailed instructions, and high-quality images, Spinal Fusion Techniques is an essential resource for any clinician looking to improve their skills in interventional pain management.