Adjacent segment disease is a condition that can develop in the spine in the wake of a previous surgery, oftentimes spinal fusion. When hardware is inserted into the spine to provide extra support and stability, it changes how stress is dispersed through the spine, and this change can lead to issues … [Read more...] about How To Treat Adjacent Segment Disease
Anterior Cervical Corpectomy Surgery Explained
A corpectomy is a surgical procedure that removes damaged vertebrae and intervertebral discs that are compressing spinal nerves or your spinal cord. Anterior means that the procedure is performed from the front of the body, and cervical tells us that we’re operating on the topmost portion of your … [Read more...] about Anterior Cervical Corpectomy Surgery Explained
5 Tips For Reducing Spinal Inflammation
Inflammation is one of the most common factors in back pain onset. When an area of your spine becomes inflamed, there is less space for key spinal nerves to traverse without irritation. Calming this inflammation is oftentimes key for controlling symptoms, but what are some of the best ways to limit … [Read more...] about 5 Tips For Reducing Spinal Inflammation
4 Common Bone Diseases Of The Spine
Strong bones are essential for living an active lifestyle long into your golden years. We can work to improve the health of our bones by eating a healthy diet and getting regular exercise, but not all bone diseases are completely preventable. In today’s blog, we take a closer look at some common … [Read more...] about 4 Common Bone Diseases Of The Spine
These 5 Movements Can Promote A Healthy Spine
Our bodies were designed to move, and it’s this movement and activity that helps to strengthen structures and ensure they develop as expected. It’s also why we usually preach that movement in the form of exercise or physical therapy can be so beneficial for treating a number of different spinal … [Read more...] about These 5 Movements Can Promote A Healthy Spine
5 Reasons Why Back Pain Is So Common In Athletes
Athletes are often in great shape, but that doesn’t mean they’re immune from injuries. In fact, athletes oftentimes suffer injuries at a higher rate than the average person for a variety of reasons. And while injuries during athletic competition do make up a portion of these injuries, there are a … [Read more...] about 5 Reasons Why Back Pain Is So Common In Athletes
What Are The Symptoms Of Benign Spinal Tumors?
The presence of a spinal tumor can be a potentially life threatening issue, and even when the growths are benign, they can cause a number of problems for your spinal health, so it’s imperative that they are treated as soon as possible. That’s easier said than done though, because many people aren’t … [Read more...] about What Are The Symptoms Of Benign Spinal Tumors?
3 Spinal Issues That Can Cause Balance Or Coordination Issues
Remaining balanced and upright on our feet is something we probably take for granted in our youth, but as you or your parents get older, having good balance begins to become more of a priority. Balance and coordination is oftentimes tied to issues in your inner ear, but problems in your spine can … [Read more...] about 3 Spinal Issues That Can Cause Balance Or Coordination Issues