This book presents anatomical, physiological and mechanical data to help understand the different phenomena that affect discs. Imaging, diagnostic and therapeutic aspects of disc disease are also discussed.
Richly illustrated with
anatomical drawings and
photos of scenarios, it details many
manipulations and techniques . In addition to relieving patients' pain locally, they allow a more general understanding of what is happening in the body to identify the underlying causes of a disc pathology, which can be numerous and diverse (mechanical disturbances, metabolic causes, vascular problems, psychosocial pressure, etc.).
This book is intended for all osteopaths, physiotherapists or doctors who want a more global view of the various parameters that cause or promote disc pathology. It offers original treatment, as well as advice and recommendations, both for therapists and for patients.
Affecting a large population, disc pathologies are a frequent reason for consultation in general or specialized medicine.
Over the years, the management of these pathologies has undergone major changes, moving from an almost systematic surgical treatment to a much less invasive therapeutic approach.
In many cases of disc pathologies, osteopathy can be of great help.