Publisher's Synopsis
In spinal cord injury correct management from the outset is vital to prevent further damage. But what is the correct management? The "ABC of Spinal cord Injury" sets it out step by step: how the injured patient should be moved from the scene of the accident; the assessment of the patient's injuries; transfer to a spinal treatment centre; immediate medical problems and later complications; and the specialized nursing, physiotherapy, and occupational therapy that are essential in helping patients and their families adjust to what may be a lifetime of disability. This second edition includes the latest developments in emergency management and later management and provides a valuable introduction to a topic that non-specialists should know more about.
