The human brain and the nervous system are not only critical to our health but also very delicate. The branch of medicine that deals with this area is called neurology. In neurology, there are two types of medical professionals who perform specific neurology-related services for different conditions: neurologists and neurosurgeons. There is a distinction between
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Is a craniotomy a serious surgery?
There are a lot of surgical procedures performed every day. Some of them are more serious than others. In general, a surgery that involves the brain or spine is considered serious because these are critical components to our wellbeing and a procedural error could be catastrophic to our health. A craniotomy is a brain surgery
Read MoreWhat Are the Different Types of Back Surgery?
There are various surgical procedures available to treat back conditions as well as conditions that originate in the spine. Many debilitating and painful health issues actually originate in the spine and therefore must be addressed there. Let’s talk about some of the most commonly performed types of back surgery and how they may apply to
Read MoreWhat Types of Surgeries Can a Spine Surgeon Perform?
If you have chronic back pain or another condition affecting your spine, and you have exhausted nonsurgical, conservative, or traditional methods to no avail, then spinal surgery may be an option worth considering. With advances in medical technology, many spinal surgeries can now be carried out in a minimally invasive manner, making back surgery far
Read MoreHow is artificial disc replacement done?
An artificial disc replacement is a surgery that aims to correct problems with the discs in the spine. Your spine is made up of vertebrae that stack on top of each other to form a canal in which the spinal cord sits. Discs exist between the vertebrae to function as a cushion for the bones
Read MoreWhat are the 5 warning signs of a stroke?
Stroke is in the top five leading causes of death and disability in the United States. When a stroke is coming on, you have little time available to save you from permanent disability or death. There are certain risk factors such as age, ethnicity, and pre-existing health conditions you should be aware of. It is
Read MoreWhat Is the Recovery Process from Brain Surgery?
Are you scheduled for brain surgery? If so, then your neurosurgeon will likely explain what to expect before the surgery. However, because everyone who needs a brain operation is there for very different reasons and the outcomes may be unknowable, the doctor may not really explain what to expect afterward. One thing that is true
Read MoreCommon Types of Brain Tumors
A brain tumor quite simply is a growth or mass of abnormal cells in your brain. With brain tumors, the two most common words associated are “malignant” and “benign.” But how the tumor is treated not only depends on whether it is cancerous or not; treatment depends on whether it is a primary brain tumor,
Read MoreRecovery Process From Neck Surgery
Most patients who undergo neck surgery heal without any issues following the operation. In fact, many people report great relief from pain in the neck, shoulder, and arm – which is the goal of the surgery. If you are scheduled for neck surgery, it’s important to understand that what you do during your recovery process
Read MoreAn Overview of Neurosurgery
Neurosurgery is a medical specialty that focuses on the diagnoses and treatment of conditions that involve the nervous system and its supporting structures such as the spinal cord and nerves – as well as the brain. If you aren’t aware of what neurosurgery entails, you may be surprised. Here is an overview of neurosurgery. What
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