Railway Injuries: With Special Reference to Those of the Back and Nervous System, in Their Medico-Legal and Clinical Aspects (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Herbert William Page

9780265923795: Railway Injuries: With Special Reference to Those of the Back and Nervous System, in Their Medico-Legal and Clinical Aspects (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0265923794 ISBN 13: 9780265923795

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2017

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Railway Injuries: With Special Reference to Those of the Back and Nervous System, in Their Medico-Legal and Clinical Aspects offers a clinical and legal lens on injuries from railway accidents.

This edition discusses how physical shocks, fright, and psychological factors influence recovery and diagnosis, with practical guidance for clinicians and lawyers alike.

Drawing on case histories and contemporary research, the book outlines how traumatic events can trigger functional nervous disorders, neurasthenia, hysteria, and other conditions that may resemble lasting disease. It also covers the role of expert testimony, evidence handling, and the medico-legal implications of injuries to the spine and nervous system. The material is presented in clear, patient-centered language aimed at real-world decision making.

Learn how psychological and physiological responses interact after railway accidents.
Understand distinguishing signs between functional disorders and organic injury.
Explore the use and limits of expert testimony in medico-legal contexts.
Get historical and clinical perspectives useful to clinicians, students, and legal professionals.

Ideal for readers seeking a solid reference on the medical and legal aspects of rail-related injuries.

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