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Lumbar spinal fusion is a procedure that is designed to limit painful movement in a specific area of your spinal column. The procedure has a pretty high success rate, as research has shown that anywhere from 65-95 percent of lumbar spinal fusion procedures are deemed a success, but the success of your operation isn’t just …
Our spines all have a natural curve to them, but if this curve becomes too pronounced, it can lead to a condition called scoliosis. One of the most common times for this curvature disorder to develop or worsen is adolescence and puberty when your spine is going through a more rapid period of growth. When …
A spinal fusion procedure can help you get back to participating in a number of your favorite activities and living a more independent life, but getting to this point won’t happen overnight. It’s going to take months for you to make a full recovery, and that process begins at home following your discharge from the …
Facet arthropathy is the term for arthritis that affects the facet joints in your spine. Each vertebra in what spine is connected to an adjacent segment by a pair of supportive facet joints. These joints assist with normal spinal motion as you bend and twist. Over time or as a result of acute injury, these …
Scoliosis is a spinal condition that is categorized by a sideways curvature of the spine. The condition is most commonly diagnosed during adolescence or during periods of rapid bone growth like puberty, but sometimes it isn’t diagnosed until much later in life. When scoliosis is diagnosed in adulthood, it is aptly named adult scoliosis, and …
When you think of occupations that are hard on the spine, you probably think of jobs that involve a lot of manual labor, like construction, logging or carpentry. These jobs certainly can be hard on your spine, but one industry that is also ripe with back pain is the transportation industry. Sitting for hours on …
A synovial cyst is a fluid-filled sac that forms as a result of joint degeneration. When they form in the spinal region, they can put pressure on key structures and nerve roots, leading to a host of symptoms and related conditions like spinal stenosis. Treatment focuses on removing the cyst and taking care of the …
Spine surgery is a significant trauma to your body, even when minimally invasive techniques are used, so the decision to pursue surgery should not be taken lightly. Before you move forward with an operation, you’ll want to make sure that you and your surgeon are on the same page, and the best way to do …
Did you know that psychological factors can actually contribute to physical injuries inside our bodies? It’s true. Problems like stress and anxiety can be hard on your mind, but if they are left untreated, they can actually lead to physical problems for key areas of your body. One area that is prone to physical issues …
The shopping cart is an essential tool for helping people buy groceries in an efficient manner, but it can also tell us something about the health of our spine. If you’ve ever noticed an older person hunched over or seemingly using the cart for support, they may be dealing with a condition known as shopping …
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