12014 - Spinal Fusion

Spinal Fusion This comprehensive guide to spinal fusion has a fresh modern approach with full-color photography and enhanced anatomical art that details the cervical and anterior and posterior lumbar fusion procedures. Aids comprehension of the procedure and supports informed consent discussions with the health care team to set expectations for and reinforce the patient?s roll in recovery.

• Spinal anatomy
• Understanding bone grafts
• Understanding instrumentation: cages, plates, and screws and rods
• Preparing for spinal fusion surgery and recovery; pre- and post-op checklists
• Addresses smoking cessation
• Risks and complications of spinal fusion
• Recovery; pain management, when to call the surgeon
• Moving safely, tips for protecting the spine
• 16 pages, full-color photography and enhanced anatomical artwork