When a spinal disc’s internal soft material has spilled out of the harder outer shell, it can cause a feeling of constant pressure and pain. This condition has many names: herniated disc, slipped disc, ruptured disc, bulging disc, and disc prolapse – and if the pain becomes chronic and unbearable, a discectomy may be in
Read MoreConcussions and Their Effects
Many people have suffered a concussion, which is a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI). The brain is protected by the skull against impacts – but when the head is jarred significantly or hits against something with great force, the brain jostles inside of the skull. This causes trauma to the brain. When the brain
Read MoreEffects of a Brain Tumor
A brain tumor is an abnormal mass or growth of cells in the brain’s tissues. There are many types of brain tumors, and each one is specific to the individual. The rate at which a brain tumor grows can vary greatly, as can its location. The growth rate and the location of the tumor will
Read MoreDeep Brain Stimulation
If you’re suffering from tremors, uncontrolled movements, and unusual physical impulses, you might have a neurological condition. What can you do to regain control over your physical actions? Recent developments in the field of medicine include a viable treatment for movement disorders: deep brain stimulation. This is a minimally invasive surgical treatment for several types
Read MoreTraumatic Brain Injury
While doctors and researchers have mapped the various parts of the brain, they still cannot explain exactly how the entire brain works. No one knows where “memory” resides in the brain. The medical community understands which portion of the brain controls which facets of the body, but doctors are essentially stumped in regards to where
Read MoreWhat Can We Learn About Dementia From Cognitive Neuroscience?
In the past, studying the brain was a mysterious science. However, new technologies and scientific advancements in the field of cognitive neuroscience have allowed scientists and researchers to understand more about the how the brain works – specifically, how the brain is affected by dementia. Let’s take a closer look at what dementia is, and
Read MoreCauses of Migraines
If you’ve ever experienced a migraine headache, you know how downright debilitating it can be. But even if you know how bad they feel, do you know what causes migraines? Unfortunately, there’s no simple answer to this question. Migraines remain somewhat of a mystery. Researchers have identified possible theories for what causes migraines, but there
Read MoreDifferences Between Strokes and Aneurysms
People often confuse two conditions that seem similar in many ways, but are actually quite different: strokes and aneurysms. They are both serious conditions that directly affect the brain. However, they have differing symptoms and also some of the same symptoms. A stroke is a life-threatening medical emergency affecting the brain, while an aneurysm in
Read MoreCommon Spinal Disorders
The spine, or backbone, runs from the pelvis to the skull. It serves as the central pillar of the body that bears and distributes the weight of the body. Comprised of many bones stacked on top of one another, the spine is divided into three distinct regions: lumbar, thoracic, and cervical. The spine is a
Read MoreCumulative Effects of Concussions in Contact Sports
It probably comes as no surprise to anyone involved in contact sports that the risk of getting a concussion while playing those sports is high. A concussion is a form of traumatic brain injury that is caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head. It can also be caused by a hit or
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