ABC of Spinal Disorders--------------------------------------------------Spinal problems are one of the most common presentations confrontinggeneral practitioners. GPs see over 5 million patients per year inrelation to back pain alone. It is one of the most common causes ofabsence from work and has an estimated treatment cost of GBP12 billion.Written by a multidisciplinary team of authors, including doctors,physiotherapists, and osteopaths, the ABC of Spinal Disorders isuniquely placed to address the causes and management of the differentspinal conditions presenting in general practice. Providing practicalguidance and advice on diagnosis, treatment, and when to refer thepatient for further help, it is ideal for general practitioners, juniordoctors, Foundation doctors, and all allied health professionals.