The author of this publication, Leonid Emilievich Antipko, is a famous Voronezh neurosurgeon, Candidate of Medical Sciences, Honored Doctor of the Russian Federation and simply a caring person. Today he is conducting an unusual appointment. The book you hold in your hands is a detailed conversation between a doctor and his patient. Many years of experience as a practical doctor allows the author to generalize particular cases and answer as fully as possible many questions about a sore back, about diagnosis and treatment. And most importantly, the book not only equips with knowledge, it gives the necessary message to action, to the realization that in any, even in the most difficult circumstances, you can and should fight for your health. The book is intended for a wide range of readers and is accessible to people without special knowledge. Be healthy!