Radiculopathy and its Causes
Radiculopathy is a condition that can trigger (back pain) and other types of pain. Radiculopathy is defined as a condition that is caused by nerve compression, injury, or inflammation. These factors trigger (back pain) and leg pain. This blog post offers an explanation of the condition and its causes. Lumbar Radiculopathy Radiculopathy can affect any […]
What It Is Like to Suffer From Neuropathic Pain
Chronic neuropathic pain, which is a condition related to (back pain), can keep someone from functioning normally. Many people around the world is suffering from the condition. According to PainScale.com, the chronic neuropathic pain has affected around 10 percent of people across the globe. The condition that results in nerve damage is also known as […]
Three Types of Lower Back Pain
Experiencing lower back pain usually means that there is a problem in the spine. According to an article on MerckManuals.com, there are three types of lower back pain: local pain, radiating pain and referred pain. And, each type of lower back pain could be a result of certain health issues. Local Pain The type of […]
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 […]
Back Pain Caused By Nervous System Damage
Experiencing (back pain) can have underlying causes and must not be ignored. One serious medical condition that often has back pain as a symptom is peripheral neuropathy. According to an article on News-Medical.net, peripheral neuropathy is a condition in which damage is present in the peripheral nervous system. The part of the nervous system 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 […]
Types of Steroids
The transcription below was taken from videos posted at SpineCenterofTexas.com This is Dr. Sahni with Spine Center of Texas. And I would like to very briefly and generally talk to you about different types of steroids. There are many different types of steroids that we can inject into your knee, your shoulder, and of course, […]
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 […]
