Is It Time To Consult a Spine Surgeon?
If you have been thinking about visiting a doctor to take care of that constant back pain, then you are not alone. Many people today have had to live with consistent pain and discomfort, especially in the back and neck regions. With a broad and confusing array of back pain symptoms and an equal or […]
When To Call Spine Center of Texas
If you have been thinking about visiting a doctor to take care of that constant back pain, then you are not alone. Many people today have had to live with consistent pain and discomfort, especially in the back and neck regions. With a broad and confusing array of back pains and equal and numerous treatment […]
Get Relief From Compression Fractures With Kyphoplasty
When part of the vertebrae, the bone spine, collapses, the condition is termed as a compression fracture. Sometimes, more than one spine fracture can occur which is known as multiple compression fractures. The main reason behind these fractures are trauma, injury, age, and harsh physical activities that may need treatments like kyphoplasty and minimal invasive […]
Foot Drop Syndrome: An Overview
Foot Drop Syndrome occurs because of weakness in the muscles that flex and ankle and toes. The problem interferes with an individual’s ability to take a natural step causing the front of the foot to drag. Foot Drop is a neuromuscular problem affecting the anterior tibialis, extensor digitorum longus, and extensor halluces longus muscles, and […]
Stellate Ganglion Block as an Effective Treatment for RSD
Reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD) is a condition with symptoms such as having a painful extremity that can also swell, and is associated with sweating, discoloration, flushing, and shiny skin. The symptoms of RSD can occur in the acute, dystrophic, or atrophic stages. While symptoms of RSD can easily be detected and clinical findings with radiological […]
Kyphoplasty as a Solution to Compression Fractures
Compression fractures are painful and progressive, and many people who suffer from a compression fracture have also suffered from the change it brings to their lifestyle. However, thanks to kyphoplasty, the lives of people living with a compression fracture have improved significantly. The life-changing procedure is now becoming more common, as there is an increase […]
Kyphoplasty and Associated Risks
Kyphoplasty is a procedure that provides treatment to a broken vertebra(e) of the spinal column. People who undergo the procedure are those that have vertebral fractures. Fractures in these bones can be a result of osteoporosis, which is a condition that involves thinning of the bones. Accidents are another leading cause of broken vertebrae. If […]
Kyphoplasty Procedure
Kyphoplasty is an effective treatment for spinal fractures. Relief from pain, improvement of posture, and the ability to return to normal activities are the benefits a patient will receive if he or she undergoes the procedure. Getting Ready A patient will need to meet with a doctor prior to the procedure to have a physical […]
Kyphoplasty Procedure
Both kyphoplasty and vertebroplasty put special cement inside the vertebrae as a treatment method, but kyphoplasty is different in that it uses a balloon-like device to create space for the treatment. Kyphoplasty may ease pain and can restore a damaged vertebra’s height. Patients with spinal fractures and cancer-damaged vertebrae may be advised by a doctor […]
An Overview of Kyphoplasty
The evolution of materials and methods associated with the success of vertebroplasty to treat vertebral compression fractures resulted in the development of kyphoplasty in 1998. Kyphoplasty is used to create bilateral bone spaces as well as reduce depressed end plates and restore vertebra’s height in varying degrees. It’s made possible by the use of bilateral […]
What is a Kyphoplasty Procedure?
Both kyphoplasty and vertebroplasty put special cement inside the vertebrae as a treatment method, but kyphoplasty is different, it uses a balloon-like device to create space for the treatment. Kyphoplasty may ease pain and can restore a damaged vertebra’s height. Patients with spinal fractures and cancer-damaged vertebrae may be advised by a doctor to get […]
How to Choose a Back Pain Specialist
A back pain specialist can help you effectively deal with your back problem. Finding specialists who can help you pinpoint the cause of your discomfort and prepare a treatment plan is crucial. However, there are many physicians out there. Choosing the right one can be an overwhelming task. If you have a primary care physician, […]
