Clinical and Radiological Anatomy of the Lumbar Spine-6판

This highly regarded text is one of the most comprehensive reference works available on the topographical, functional and radiographic anatomy of the lumbosacral spine.

Fully updated in this sixth edition, Clinical and Radiological Anatomy of the Lumbar Spine walks the reader through the structure, function and common disorders of the lumbar spine. It covers the basic anatomy of lumbar components, how the spine changes with age, clinical problems, and imaging.

Internationally renowned author Nikolai Bogduk’s thorough referencing and clear text bridge the gap between science and clinical presentation to provide practical, validated and clinically relevant information that will be invaluable for students and clinicians alike.


New to this edition

Highly relevant to undergraduate and postgraduate courses in physiotherapy, pain medicine, chiropractic, and rehabilitation medicine




01. The lumbar vertebrae
02. The interbody joint and the intervertebral discs
03. The zygapophysial joints – detailed structure
04. The ligaments of the lumbar spine
05. The lumbar lordosis and the vertebral canal
06. The sacrum
07. Basic biomechanics
08. Movements of the lumbar spine
09. The lumbar muscles and their fasciae
10. Nerves of the lumbar spine
11. Blood supply of the lumbar spine
12. Embryology and development
13. Age changes in the lumbar spine
14. The sacroiliac joint
15. Low back pain
16. Instability
17. Reconstructive anatomy
18. Radiographic anatomy
19. Sagittal magnetic resonance scans
20. Axial magnetic resonance imaging
21. Coronal magnetic resonance scans
Appendix
Index