Dura mater is one of three protective membrane layers that line the skull and vertebral canal. The purpose of this watertight sac is to provide protection for spinal nerves and the spinal cord itself. If a tear occurs, it can […]
A growing baby is a wonderful thing. However, pregnancy is also a natural and progressive process that can place increased pressure on the spine and the muscles around it. This added stress contributes to the back pain experienced by about […]
A directly or indirectly injured spine can result in pain that’s temporary or long-lasting and disruptive to both your personal and professional life. If the injury that contributed to your symptoms happened at work or as a result of someone’s […]
The first thing to know about back pain is you’re not alone if you experience it. Anywhere from 80 to 90 percent of the population has back-related pain at one time or another. If you happen to be living with […]
If you have a habit of “cracking” your neck, it’s probably something you do without thinking. In some cases, you may find yourself cracking your neck to relieve stiffness or ease nagging aches and pains. Even if you do feel […]
Whether it’s wearing a hat and gloves on cold days or not swimming after a meal, there are many pieces of advice that may not seem all that important when first offered. Of course, if you end up catching a […]
Most of the time, back pain is only a distraction for maybe a week or so, but if you reach a point where your spine-related discomfort occurs on a regular basis, it could seriously affect your life at home. The […]
More than a million spine-related procedures are performed each year to address everything from unstable spines to nerve compression affecting mobility and quality of life. When performing such operations, Santa Monica spine surgeons typically take every precaution possible to avoid […]
Advances in technology have made spine surgery less invasive thanks to techniques that allow for smaller incisions and less disruption to nearby tissues and nerves. Robotic-assisted surgery is a related type of technology that has reduced the risk of human […]