This Sourcebook provides patients and consumers with information about the spinal column, including the back and neck. It identifies common injuries to the back and neck, including nerve injuries, sprains, strains, and spinal fractures. It also presents comprehensive information about disorders that are associated with back and neck pain, including genetic and degenerative conditions. It also offers helpful information about medications, self-care strategies, and rehabilitative and complementary therapies, as well as facts about surgical techniques and the use of chiropractic care to prevent and treat spinal injuries and pain. A glossary and directory of resources for further help and information are also provided.