An Overview of Neuromodulation
Neuromodulation is a means of pain management in which a small device is inserted into the body to block transmission of pain impulses to the brain. This treatment has existed for over twenty years, with FDA approval. Neuromodulation is comprised of two separate types of therapy: neurostimulation, and spinal infusion. Neurostimulation Neurostimulation gives pain relief […]
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 […]
Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy
Reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD) is a medical condition that is known by many other names, such as “the shoulder-hand syndrome,” “Sudeck’s atrophy,” “complex regional pain syndrome,” and “causalgia.” RSD shows a variety of symptoms, which include a burning sensation in the affected area and swelling and tenderness of an extremity with varying degrees of sweating. […]
An Overview of Lumbar Sympathetic Block
A Lumbar Sympathetic Block is a non-invasive procedure in which a physician injects pain medication around or into the nerves of the back on each side of the spine. It is a safe procedure with an overall goal of blocking pain from the nerves extending to the legs on the same side that the technique […]
Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery: Is It Right For Me?
Spine surgery should be your last option when non-surgical treatments fail to relieve your spine and neck pain. The good news is that modern technology has paved the way for minimally invasive spine surgery procedures. Minimally invasive spine surgery is designed to cause the least amount of trauma possible to the patient. A skilled surgeon […]
Orthopaedic Health: Do I Need a Cortisone Shot?
Your doctor may have advised you to take a cortisone shot for your arthritis or other painful condition, but do you really need it? Cortisone injections have long been proven safe and appropriate for a lot of orthopedic health issues. However, some tend to develop concerns when they hear that this procedure uses steroids. You […]
Back Pain Surgery: Do I Really Need It?
Patients and their families are you usually left with more questions than answers when considering back pain surgery. Treatment choices for back pain will depend on the source, severity, persistence, and trajectory of the pain. If the back pain is not accompanied by leg pain, then back pain surgery should not be the first choice. […]
How This Simple Household Chore is Causing You Back Pain
Did you know that there is one type of activity- a seemingly simple one – that can be a source of your chronic low back pain? Lower back pain is caused by any excessive internal pressure that distorts or stretches the spine’s soft tissues. When stretched, the soft tissue sends pain signals to the brain […]
Should I Exercise While Having Back Pain?
Even athletes experience back pain at some point in their lives. It can manifest as an ache on the hip, shooting pain from the legs and butt, or soreness in the low and mid-back area. Back pain can prevent a person from reaching his or her fitness goals. If you’re physically active but suffering from […]
Caring for Your Back While At Work
Sitting for long hours in the office can be detrimental to our bodies. When we spend all day at the desk, we put ourselves at higher risk of developing diseases and other types of body pain. Spine Center of Texas knows that sitting at work is not always avoidable, so we’ll be listing down effective […]
