AMERICAN
ACADEMY OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGEONS (AAOS)
The latest source for latest Legislation, educational, health care policy
and research information. The site includes the bylaws and position papers
of the AAOS, and the latest federal and state laws enacted that pertain
to the practice of orthopaedics and medicine.
ARTHRITIS
FOUNDATION
Discusses non operative means of dealing with arthritis. Gives local resources
that are available.
SCOLIOSIS
RESEARCH SOCIETY (SRS)
The Mission of the Scoliosis Research Society (SRS)
is to foster optimal care of the patient with any disorder that may affect
the shape, alignment or function of the spine, throughout life.
NORTH AMERICAN SPINE
SOCIETY (NASS)
NASS
is a multidisciplinary medical organization that advances quality spine
care through education, research and advocacy.
CERVICAL
SPINE RESEARCH SOCIETY
The Cervical Spine Research Society is an organization of individuals
interested in clinical and research problems of the cervical spine. Its
puropse is the exchange and development of ideas and philosophy regarding
the diagnosis and treatment of cervical spine injury and disease.
NATIONAL OSTEOPOROSIS
FOUNDATION
The National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) is the leading nonprofit, voluntary
health organization dedicated to promoting lifelong bone health in order
to reduce the widespread prevalence of osteoporosis and associated fractures,
while working to find a cure for the disease through programs of research,
education and advocacy.
KYPHON, INC.
Developers of the Kyphoplasty procedure-surgical treatment for vertebral
compression fractures.
SPINE UNIVERSE
At SpineUniverse our goal is to help patients and their families understand their back or neck problems. In clear, straightforward language we aim to explain what causes spinal problems and how they can be treated. We are committed to ensure that all of the information we present is trustworthy and of the highest quality.
SYNTHES SPINE
ProDisc Lumbar and ProDisc Cervical Total Disc Replacements are FDA Approved for use in the United States.
NUVASIVE®
NuVasive® was founded on a commitment to develop better surgical solutions for spine patients.
CALIFORNIA SMOKERS' HELPLINE
The California Smokers' Helpline is a telephone program that can help you quit smoking.
ORTHOVITA CORTOSS BONE AUGUMENTATION MATERIAL
Cortoss is an injectable, non-resorbable, polymer composite that mimics cortical bone. Cortoss Bone Augmentation Material is cleared in the U.S. for treatment of vertebral compression fractures.
KNOWYOURBACK.ORG
The North American Spine Society (NASS) is pleased to announce the launch of its new patient education website. Knowyourback.org continues the Society's dedication to providing patients with credible health information related to the causes, treatment and prevention of neck and back disorders.