Novel Developments in Scoliosis - Hardcover

by Peter Ponce (Editor)

This book is written by experts researching in the field of scoliosis. It deals with the current developments and advancements in the aetiology of idiopathic scoliosis, for the evaluation of this circumstance before treatment and throughout the follow-up. It also makes a note of rising technology and systematic methods like virtual anatomy by 3-D MRI/CT, quantitative MRI and moire topography. Some new methods in traditional management and the long term result and difficulties of surgical treatment are analyzed. Topics like emotional aspects of scoliosis management and the patient's perspectives are also discussed within the book. This book intends to present some useful information to both students and experts.