Why Aren t Artificial Discs the Standard Yet?
For many patients struggling with chronic neck or back pain, the question seems straightforward: if a damaged spinal disc can be replaced while preserving motion, why isn’t that the standard treatment?
Source: Spine Health Foundation
Spinal Stenosis: 6 Ways to Reduce Your Risk of Falling
Lumbar spinal stenosis increases the risk of injury from falling because the stenosis compresses the nerves that control leg strength, balance and coordination. Here are recommendations for fall prevention if you have lumbar spinal stenosis:
Source: Spine-health
What Does Spinal Cord Compression Feel Like?
Spinal cord compression-also called cervical spondylotic myelopathy (CSM)- is caused by any condition that puts pressure on the spinal cord. Symptoms may develop suddenly or gradually and may include pain or stiffness in the neck or back, balance issues, or a burning pain in the arms or legs.
Source: Verywell Health
How do you get rid of a lower back spasm?
Lower back spasms can be painful, but they are treatable. Certain remedies, stretches, and lifestyle changes can help reduce or get rid of back spasms.
Source: Medical News Today
5 Facts about Scoliosis Every Parent Should Know
Scoliosis is a common spine condition often found in adolescents. Roughly 3 million new cases of the condition are diagnosed in the United States each year, with a majority of them identified as idiopathic scoliosis — a type of scoliosis that presents in children in their teenage years.
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