Compressive Neuropathies

This book provides a comprehensive and clinically oriented overview of compressive neuropathies, integrating the anatomical and pathophysiological foundations of peripheral nerve compression with current approaches to diagnosis and treatment.
The opening chapters address peripheral nerve microanatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, etiology, differential diagnosis, clinical and neurophysiological assessment, and the role of magnetic resonance imaging and ultrasound. Current principles of rehabilitation and decompressive surgery are also presented.
A region-based approach covers common and less frequently encountered neuropathies affecting the head and trunk, upper limbs, and lower limbs. Further chapters address challenging aspects of diagnosis and management, including activity-related neuropathies, conditions mimicking nerve compression, endoscopic decompression, revision surgery, refractory neuropathic pain, double crush syndrome, complex regional pain syndrome, and nerve decompression in diabetic neuropathy.
Written by an international team of specialists, this book is a practical resource for neurologists, neurosurgeons, peripheral nerve and orthopedic surgeons, radiologists, physiatrists, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals involved in the diagnosis and management of peripheral nerve disorders. It will also be of interest to residents, fellows, and researchers seeking a comprehensive reference in the field.