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Spinal Cord Injury: A Guide for Patients and Families
Author(s): Michael E. Selzer MD PhD (Author), Bruce H. Dobkin MD FRCP (Author)
- Publisher: Demos Health
- Publication Date: February 27, 2008
- Edition: First Edition
- Language: English
- Print length: 156 pages
- ISBN-10: 1932603387
- ISBN-13: 9781932603385
Book Description
Written in easy-to-understand language, this excellent overview of spinal cord injury and its treatment, is essential reading for all patients desiring a better quality of life, and for family members and caregivers who need a better understanding of this condition and its effects. This informative book explains the anatomy of the spine, the results of injury and the treatment and management issues encountered during rehabilitation. It contains a glossary with commonly used terms, and website resources that can aid in further research. In addition, it includes current research to help SCI patients make informed medical decisions that promote optimum healing.
Spinal Cord Injury will help patients, caregivers, and family members cope with SCI and enjoy a better quality of life.”Editorial Reviews
Review
“A concise, easy-to-understand guide to help spinal cord injury (SCI) patients, their families, loved ones and caregivers better understand the scientific basis for the disabilities that result from SCI, the current medical treatments and rehabilitation management of SCI, and the research directions that point to hope for better functional recovery in the future.” –SciTech Book News (SciTech Book News 20100503)
About the Author
Michael E. Selzer, MD, PhD, is professor of Neurology at the Department of Neurology, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine.
Bruce H. Dobkin, MD, FRCP, is Professor of Neurology at the University of California Los Angeles Geffen School of Medicine and Medical Director of the UCLA Neurologic Rehabilitation and Research Program. He co-directs the Stroke Center and is a member of the Brain Research Institute at UCLA.
