Understanding Spinal Cord Injuries and Prevention
Individuals with spinal cord injuries often fear the worse. While it is true that a severe spinal cord injury can be devastating, not all back injuries are catastrophic. In the next two posts, we will be discussing spinal cord injuries, their prevention, and common treatments. Understanding the Condition The spinal cord and cauda equina, nerve […]
Spine Injuries In Football
Spine Injuries In Football Spine injuries in football are extremely common in young athletes. Football appeals to our ancient need to engage in contests. Unfortunately, the high-velocity tackles exerted with player-to-player, and player-to-ground contact often results in frequent and grave injuries. Cervical spine injuries are a serious consequence of playing the game. American football has […]
Back Injuries In Sports
Lower Back Injuries In Sports Lower back injuries are as a result of sports movements that can place the low back in a variety of compromised positions. Sports like golf and hitting in baseball present a perfect case in point. Each relies heavily on generating a rotational force. Sports such as weight lifting place heavy […]
Melorheostosis and Treatment Options: An Overview
Melorheostosis is a rare and progressive condition that affects bone formation in various areas of the skeleton. In unusual instances, the disease also affects the spine. Although it impacts soft tissue formation, it has no relation to cancer. Melorheostosis can develop in both children and adults, with equal prevalence in men and women. The exact […]
Facet Joints: Anatomy, Function, and Common Conditions
Functions and Location Facet joints are located between adjacent vertebrae and serve to allow mobility of the spinal column. Every vertebra has two pairs of these joints on its rear side. One facing up and the other facing down. These act like door hinges that join the vertebrae together. Each joint is encased in connective […]
The Coccyx: When your tailbone hurts
Coccyx: Understanding the Tailbone Coccyx, generally known as the tailbone, is a combination of three to five distinct bones. These bones form by adulthood. The coccyx is located at the bottom of the spinal column. The bones are not fully fused, and allow a minimum amount of movement because of ligaments and fibrous joints. The […]
Treatment of Lumbar Synovial Cysts
What are Lumbar Synovial Cysts? A lumbar synovial cyst is a sac full of fluid that forms in the lower section of the spinal column. Most of these growths form due to the breakdown of a facet joint, which is part of a vertebral bone. Synovial cysts are not cancerous and are often stable for […]
Lateral Lumbar Inter-body Fusion: What You Need To Know
Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion (LLIF) is a fairly new technique used for treating pressure on the nerve roots and spinal cord that causes low back pain. It is also sometimes referred to as Direct Lateral Interbody Fusion, Extreme Lateral Interbody Fusion, or Transpsoas Lateral Interbody Fusion. The procedure uses a side (lateral) approach instead of […]
Scheuerman’s Kyphosis: Description and Treatment Options
Scheuerman’s Kyphosis is a type of condition that occurs when there too much forward curve in the spine. The disorder is most often seen in the mid-back, but can also present in the lower back. Scheuerman’s Kyphosis begins before the onset of puberty and happens during times of bone growth because areas of the vertebrae […]
Cauda Equina Syndrome: An Overview
Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES) is a highly urgent situation requiring immediate medical care. CES is the result of inflammation or compression in the lower section of the spinal cord. The condition’s name comes from the horse-tail like appearance of the nerves that extend down into the legs and control movement and sensation in the lower […]
