Updated to keep pace with the cutting edge of technology, the new edition of this essential text has been reorganized and expanded. The broad scope of spinal disorders is covered, along with an abundance of color and black-and-white illustrations. Its well-organized approach begins with chapters on relevant anatomy and clinical examination, proceeding to delve into the most updated diagnosis, differential diagnosis, and pre-operative diagnostic aids, concluding with the review of each spinal disorder.

1. Functional Anatomy 2. Patient Examination 3. Diagnosis and Differential Diagnosis 4. Diagnostic Aids 5. Instrumentation 6. Pre-operative Assessment 7. Cervical Disc Disease 8. Thoracolumbar Disc Disease 9. Atlantoaxial Subluxation 10. Lumbosacrial Disease 11. Caudal Cervical Spondylomyelopathy 12. Neoplasia 13. Trauma 14. Miscellaneous Conditions 15. Post-operative Care Glossary of Acronyms Index

Nicholas J. H. Sharp, BVet.Med, PhD, MRCVS, Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, North Carolina State University, College of Veterinary Medicine, NC, USA; and Simon J. Wheeler, BVSc, PhD, MRCVS, Technical Services Manager, Pharmacia & Upjohn, UK