Spinal Tendonitis – Symptoms, Causes and Treatments
The tough, fibrous tissues that connect muscles to bones are tendons. Made mostly of collagen, tendons in the spine support body weight and assist in movements such as extending, flexing, and stretching. Sometimes these tendons can become injured, resulting in inflammation and pain, referred to as spinal tendonitis. What Are the Symptoms of Spinal Tendonitis? […]
MAGEC (MAGnetic Expansion Control) Spinal Growing Rod
MAGEC, or MAGnetic Expansion Control spinal growing rod, is an FDA-approved, non-invasive treatment for children with scoliosis. An adjustable growing rod is a tool used for patients under 10 years of age whose scoliotic curvature is greater than 50 degrees, which is too significant for bracing or casting. The rod is used to stop progression […]
Lumbar Stenosis
What is lumbar stenosis? Lumbar stenosis is a degenerative condition normally impacting people 60 and older, especially those with arthritis. Lumbar stenosis falls under the category of spinal stenosis, but focuses specifically on the lower back. The lower part of your spinal column slowly narrows, putting pressure on the nerves that run down the lower […]
Sciatica
What is sciatica? The sciatic nerve is located near the base of the spine. When the nerve is pinched or irritated, it can result in different symptoms from mild to severe, such as mild aches to sharp, burning or excruciating pain. Everyone’s experience with sciatica pain is different but that experience severe pain can have […]
Adult Scoliosis
Although scoliosis is one of the most commonly appearing developments throughout childhood, it can also affect many adults. This condition causes a lateral or sideways curvature of the spine, which is known as kyphosis. Here is all the information you need to know about scoliosis in adults and how it is diagnosed. What Is Adult […]
What Is Spinal Stenosis?
Spinal stenosis is a common condition caused by the narrowing of the spinal column, usually in the neck or lower back. The spinal column contains sensitive nerves, tissue, and the spinal cord, so this condition can cause serious pain throughout the entire back. If the narrowing is minimal, though, you may not feel symptoms at […]
What Is Revision Surgery?
Ideally, revision surgeries are performed to replace or compensate for a failed implant or to correct a previous surgery. If you have been informed that you need revision surgery, it doesn’t necessarily mean there was an error or mistake in an earlier surgery. Depending on the type of surgery, and the results achieved, there may […]
What Are the Different Types of Spinal Fractures?
The spine is an important component of our body since it bears the weight of our whole body and protects the spinal cord. Accidental injuries, including car accidents or falls, as well as underlying medical disorders like osteoporosis, may all contribute to the development of spinal fractures. That said, a fracture of the spine is […]
Herniated Disc
What is a Herniated Disc? Often referred to as a “slipped disc,” a herniated disc is also known as a “bulged” or “ruptured” disc. Whatever the term used, one thing is for sure; it can be very painful and debilitating. So, what exactly is a herniated disc? Your spine is made up of individual bones […]
Telehealth
In the health sector, telehealth has become a necessity in the medical field. While telehealth services have been available and slowly accepted as an option for medical care over the years, it seems the Coronavirus pandemic and the unique challenges created by it have forced both doctors and patients who have been reluctant to venture […]
