{"product_id":"biological-approaches-to-spinal-disc-roger-hartl-9781626232501","title":"Biological Approaches to Spinal Disc Repair and Regeneration for Clinicians","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop Experts Share Clinical Insights on Biological Interventions for Spine-Related Disease\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlthough there have been significant advancements in minimally invasive spinal surgery techniques in the last few decades, optimal outcomes for chronic low back pain remain elusive. A number of promising clinical trials have been conducted using tissue engineering and biological interventions for disc degeneration. Written by renowned innovators, this is the first book that covers implementation of these groundbreaking approaches for disc disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe text begins with key fundamentals including anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, imaging and biomechanics to delineate healthy versus diseased spine. Subsequent sections discuss treatment strategies, research findings, and future developments. Throughout each chapter, renowned spine surgeons and scientists share clinical pearls gleaned from hands-on experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Highlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe current state of the art in biological and tissue engineering procedures for spinal disorders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreatment methodologies including nucleus replacement and repair, annulus fibrosus repair, total disc transplantation, and mechanical total disc replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInnovative treatment strategies for disc regeneration, such as genes and proteins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth factors including platelet-rich plasma (PRP), which has shown promise for the stimulation and acceleration of bone and soft tissue healing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCell-based therapy for spinal disc regeneration and repair including the use of stem cells and chondrocytes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn-depth discussion of research including animal versus human model, in-vitro, and a summary of biologic clinical trials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a must-have resource for trainee and practicing orthopaedic surgeons and neurosurgeons who treat patients for spine-related conditions. It is essential reading for all clinicians who have an interest in cutting-edge tissue engineering and biological treatment interventions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Roger Hartl\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1626232504\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781626232501\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Thieme Medical Publishers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 07\/28\/2017\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 216\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover","brand":"Roger Hartl","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":48447960809727,"sku":"9781626232501","price":166.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_60d98b69-3d05-4f08-958b-d9a21fa5dba4.jpg?v=1777235974","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/biological-approaches-to-spinal-disc-roger-hartl-9781626232501","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}