Spinal Stenosis
Spinal stenosis is a medical condition characterized by the narrowing of the spinal canal, which compresses the spinal cord and nerves. It commonly occurs as a result of spinal degeneration associated with aging. However, it…
Spinal stenosis is a medical condition characterized by the narrowing of the spinal canal, which compresses the spinal cord and nerves. It commonly occurs as a result of spinal degeneration associated with aging. However, it…
What Causes Sciatica? Sciatica, generally speaking, is caused by inflammation of the sciatic nerves which run from the spinal column down through each of the legs. This inflammation is typically the direct result of a…
What is Neuropathy? Neuropathy is a collection of disorders that occurs when nerves of the peripheral nervous system (the part of the nervous system outside of the brain and spinal cord) are damaged. The condition…
A spinal disc herniation is a common spinal condition that can cause discomfort and impact overall quality of life. It’s important to comprehend the progression from a disc protrusion to a disc herniation to fully…
Facet syndrome, also known as facet joint syndrome, occurs when the facet joints in the spine degenerate and cause pain. Found at every level on both sides of the lumbar spine, facet joints provide about…
What is Degenerative Disc Disease? Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) is a condition that affects the intervertebral discs in the spine. These discs act as cushions between the vertebrae and allow for flexibility and movement in…
Prevalence of Back Pain Back pain is one of the most common medical problems with some surveys reporting as high as 80% of adults suffer from it at one point in their lives. Though the…