How Spine Damage Causes Back Pain
Having pain in the lower back is a very common problem. According to an article on MerckManuals.com, lower (back pain) can point to a problem with the musculoskeletal system. A damaged spine is often the cause of lower (back pain). The bones in the spine (backbone or vertebrae), disks and the ligaments and muscles that […]
Thoracic Pain Due to Bad Posture
Bad posture is one of the causes why people suffer from thoracic pain. According to an article on HawkerPlacePhysio.com.au thoracic pain are pain and stiffness that are located in the upper and mid back areas of the body. Furthermore, thoracic pain injuries are problems that people experience because of their occupation or activities. How is […]
Spinal Ligaments – All you Kneed to Know
Ligaments are dense strips of connective tissue that join two bones together. The vertebral column has a series of fourteen primary spinal ligaments that provide stability during motion and inactivity. These ligaments also help to protect the spinal muscles, bones, and inter-vertebral discs from injury due to movement beyond the normal range of motion. Six […]
Common Lumbar Injuries
The lumbar (low back) region of the spine is an area of the body where people frequently experience injury and pain. According to statistics from the Global Burden of Disease in 2010, low back pain is the greatest cause of disability worldwide. Low back injuries are the second most common reason that individuals seek medical […]
Understanding Sacroiliac Joint Syndrome
According to Physiopedia, Sacroiliac joint syndrome is one of the primary causes of pain to a significant number of people suffering from lower back pain. This condition affects the buttocks and the lower back, and the ensuing pain can result from injury or damage to the joint dividing the hip and spine. It is crucial […]
The Spinal Cord: Anatomy, Function, and Common Injuries
The spinal cord is a long section of nerve tissue that begins at the brain’s base. It extends down through the spinal canal and ends between the first and second lumbar (low back) vertebrae. From there, it separates into several long, thin fibers called the cauda equina, which reach down to the coccyx (tailbone), then […]
An Overview of Brown-Sequard Syndrome and Treatment Options
Brown-Sequard Syndrome is a condition that occurs due to spinal cord damage on one side, caused by an injury to the back or the neck. The underlying reason is often being on the receiving end of a puncture wound. The condition is rare, affecting men and women equally, and accounts for approximately 2% of spinal […]
An Overview of Coccydynia and Treatment Options
Coccydynia is a condition in which the coccyx (tailbone) becomes inflamed due to injury. The ailment is five times more common in women than in men because women have a broader pelvis, and therefore tend to place more of their weight on the coccyx when seated. Women can also suffer from coccydynia during their premenstrual […]
An Overview of Ossification of the Posterior Longitudinal Ligament (OPLL) and Treatment Options
Ossification of the Posterior Longitudinal Ligament (OPLL) is a condition in which the posterior longitudinal ligament begins to calcify, thickening it and decreasing its flexibility. OPLL happens most often in the Japanese population, is twice as common in men, and tends to affect those between the ages of 50 and 60. The disorder occurs in […]
Spinal Stenosis: Back Pain Injury That Attacks Nerves in the Spine
Spinal Stenosis affects the spinal nerves. But, while spinal stenosis is a condition that is characterized by narrowing of the spinal canal, it is different from foraminal stenosis. An article on Radiopaedia.com offers an explanation for the (back pain). The article states that the spinal canal of a person who suffers from spinal stenosis narrows […]
Sciatica: What You Need To Know
Sciatica: What You Need To Know COMPLETE VIDEO TRANSCRIPT In this video, Dr. Irvin Sahni discusses some of the causes and treatments for Sciatica. Spine Center of Texas has helped thousands of people get back to doing the things they love by eliminating the source of their pain. You don’t have to suffer sleepless nights […]
Spinal Cord & Nervous System Illustrations
Spinal Cord & Nervous System Illustrations from The Netter Collection of Medical Illustrations COMPLETE VIDEO TRANSCRIPT In this video, spine surgeon, Dr. Irvin Sahni, discusses spinal cord – nervous system illustrations to help patients understand how the body works as well as treatment options for back pain/injuries, including pain management, injections, and minimally invasive spine […]
