Your spine houses thousands of nerves that play a role in the sensations you feel as you move, sit, and sleep. If one of these nerves is irritated, it’s not unusual for discomfort to be felt elsewhere, such as in […]
Damage due to age-related wear, injuries and accidents, spinal deformities, and instability caused by the removal of a damaged spinal disc are some of the reasons you may need implants surgically placed within your backbone or its related parts. Because […]
Your spine’s discs are designed to be both cushion-like and durable, but not indestructible. One common way discs can become damaged is when the material inside breaks through the disc’s tougher outer shell. When this happens, it’s referred to as […]
Your spine houses a bundle of nerves that branch out to other nerves responsible for many of the sensations you feel, so it’s not too surprising that you may experience some type of discomfort if one of those nerves becomes […]
Nerves need space to send signals and function properly. Should a nerve become obstructed or irritated, you may notice pain either directly within the affected area or somewhere along the nerve’s pathway. A common example is when a “pinched” or […]
When something is sequestered, it’s separated. If you have a sequestered spinal disc, it means part of the disc has broken off and moved elsewhere within your spinal canal. A sequestered disc happens when inner disc material pushes through the […]
To maintain stability, the spine needs support from some tissues that are tough and firm. In a nutshell, this is what spinal ligaments called ligamentum flavum do. These tough fibers connect spinal bones (vertebrae) together. Over time, these ligaments become […]
Sciatica is a condition that can result in persistent or recurring pain, numbness, and tingling sensations extending from the lower back area and radiating to the buttocks, thighs, and legs. It’s a condition that stems from the irritation of the […]
There’s sometimes a need to closely examine the blood vessels that surround the spinal cord. One way to do this is with a diagnostic test called a spinal angiogram, which involves the use of an X-ray to observe arteries and […]