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Degenerative Disc Disease | Causes and Risk Factors
Degenerative disc disease describes age-related wear and tear to the rubbery spinal discs cushioning the vertebrae that can lead to chronic back or neck pain. While partly genetic, there are also lifestyle factors and injuries that accelerate disc degeneration over...
Upper (Thoracic) Back Pain | Understanding Why it Hurts
Upper back pain refers to any type of discomfort or pain in the thoracic spine region. This article will provide an in-depth overview of upper back pain, including its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options. We aim to help readers understand the anatomy of...
Sports and Spine Injuries | What is the Common Cause?
Spine injuries in sports are unfortunately very prevalent among athletes of all ages and skill levels. Understanding the anatomy of the spine, the mechanics behind sports injuries, and strategies to prevent injury are all crucial for keeping athletes safe and healthy....
Sports and Spinal Injuries | How Can Sports Cause Injuries?
Spine injuries in athletes, though rare, can have tragic and lasting consequences. Understanding spine injuries in athletes is critical for prevention and prompt treatment when they do occur. This guide will overview the most common athletic spinal cord and vertebral...
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Back and Leg Pain | Treatment Options
Dealing with back pain that originates from the spine can be an extremely frustrating situation. Unfortunately, spine-related back pain is a widespread issue impacting individuals across all age groups. Recent surveys have found that up to 80% of adults experience...
Spinal Tumors | Treatment and Management
Spinal tumors can be scary, but having an understanding of the various treatment options available can help patients feel more in control. "What is the Treatment and Management for Spinal Tumors?", is an important question for those diagnosed with these abnormal...
Spinal Tumors | Causes and Risks
"What causes spinal tumors?" is a common question for those diagnosed with these abnormal growths in or around the spinal column. Spinal tumors can be scary and confusing, but understanding the various causes can help patients better grasp their condition. Spinal...
Spinal Tumors | An Overview
A spinal tumor is an abnormal mass of tissue growth within or surrounding the spinal cord and/or spinal column. These masses can be cancerous (malignant) or noncancerous (benign). Spinal tumors affect individuals of all ages and can cause significant pain and...
Treatments for Spinal Stenosis | Traditional and Emerging
Spinal stenosis refers to narrowing of the spinal canal putting pressure on the nerves, often gradually caused by age-related bone and disc changes. Symptoms like leg pain, numb feet, poor coordination or falling come as nerves get squeezed. Mild cases may create...