Reference
Links
The following websites are good
sources of information that describe the symptoms and potential
treatments of spine conditions and disorders in layman’s
terms. They contain helpful Q&A sections that may be able
to address any practical questions you have about limiting
your activity, your recovery process and new alternative treatment
options. They also have sections on patient experience that
will give you first-hand accounts of what to expect.
Allaboutbackpain.com
Back.com
Dr. Spine
iScoliosis
Neck Reference
Spine Universe
Spine Health
Associations, Foundations,
and Societies
American Academy of
Neurological Surgeons
Society dedicated to advancing the specialty of neurosurgery in order
to provide the highest quality of care to patients that suffer from neurological
disorders.
American Academy of
Neurology
An international professional association comprised of more than 18,000
neurologists and neuroscience professionals dedicated to advancing the
care of those with neurological disorders.
American Academy of
Orthopedic Surgeons
National center for orthopedic surgeons, which aims to keep practicing
physicians up-to-date with the latest clinical and technological developments
with Continuing Medical Education Workshops and Journals. This website
is a good resource to learn more about the general field of orthopedics
and spine surgery.
American Academy of
Pain Medicine
This is the academic center for physicians in the field of pain medicine.
It gives an overview of the specialty and the techniques that pain management
specialists frequently utilize.
American Academy of
Pain Medicine and Rehabilitation
The National Medical Society representing the physicians in the practice
of physical medicine and rehabilitation. It highlights the role of physiatrists
and the methodologies they use when treating pain.
American Back Society
Nonprofit organization that provides health care professionals a forum
to discuss ways of relieving pain and reducing impairment through
proper diagnosis and treatment of patients suffering from spinal
pathology.
American Pain Foundation
Nonprofit patient resource and advocacy group aimed at patients in pain.
APF strives to improve the quality of life for people in pain by
facilitating the flow of practical information, increasing the understanding
of pain, and advocating against barriers of effective treatment.
International Spine
Injection Society
Association of physicians that is interested in developing, implementing,
and standardizing injection techniques for the purpose of diagnosing
back pain.
National Osteoporosis
Foundation
Voluntary health organization dedicated solely to osteoporosis and bone
health. The NOF is committed to improving the lives of those with osteoporosis,
educating people about prevention, and helping to find a cure. Includes
a comprehensive section that helps patients deal with all aspects of
the disease.
National Scoliosis
Foundation
More information about the disease and its treatments. Has a library
of articles that are helpful to understanding everything from the clinical
origins of scoliosis to developments in treatment options.
North American Spine
Society
Nonprofit organization that seeks to educate both spine care professionals
and patients. Has a thorough patient section that includes spine health
tips and your rights as a patient.
Scoliosis Research
Society
Professional organization that focuses on the continuing education of
health care professionals and ongoing research on spinal deformities.
The website is another resource for learning more about the disease.
Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
A good resource for understanding about minimally invasive spine surgery as a treatment option for spinal disorder or chronic back and neck pain.
Spondylitis Association
of America
A good resource for understanding more about the clinical aspect of the
disease, how to manage symptoms, and the progress of ongoing research. |