A spinal subdural hematoma (SDH) is a collection of blood that may compress nerve roots near the spine or the spinal cord itself. Any collection of blood in the body is cause for concern, but it can be especially problematic […]
Ganglion cysts are growths that can develop directly on joints or on the covering of tendons connecting joints. It’s not unusual for these benign sacs to be present without related discomfort (nearly 40 percent are without symptoms), which usually means […]
Hearing the term “spinal lesion” may suggest thoughts of cancer and tumors. However, a lesion is merely an abnormal change in tissues. While lesions may sometimes be caused by disease, some are caused by trauma and others develop because of […]
Despite being the second most common bone disease behind osteoporosis, most people aren’t familiar with Paget’s disease since it’s often assumed to be arthritis, although it’s not unusual to have no symptoms at all when living with this condition. When […]
Secured by 31 butterfly-shaped vertebrae, the spinal cord is a complex structure that can be affected by many different types of injuries. Such injuries are often classified as contusions or compressions, broad terms that can be used to describe an […]
In basic terms, paralysis is the inability to feel sensations and/or control movements. More specifically, paralysis is a physical state that can come in many forms. It can be permanent if damage to the spinal cord is severe and widespread, […]
Back pain or radiating pain to a nearby area that becomes progressively worse can have many causes, with the most common sources being disc herniation affecting nearby nerve roots and muscle strain. If these causes are ruled out, doctors often […]
Primarily produced by the choroid plexus in the brain, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is a clear, watery fluid that constantly flows between the brain and spinal cord. This continual flow of about 125 to 150 milliliters of CSF transports hormones and […]
Pain in the lower back can be difficult to diagnose, especially when symptoms are fairly generic or felt elsewhere as radiating nerve pain. Possible sources of this type of discomfort may include muscle strain, spinal joint fractures, and damage to […]