For researchers and clinicians, Cailliet (physical medicine rehabilitation, U. of California-Los Angeles) surveys of damage to the spine and brain caused by sudden movement typical of being in an automobile that is struck from behind, including the opinions that the condition is largely psychological. He discusses normal cervical function, examining a person suffering from a whiplash-associated disease, treatment protocols, mild post-concussion syndrome, spinal cord injuries, and other topics. Annotation ©2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)