Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a scanning technology that your neurosurgeon may order to evaluate your brain or spinal cord. It uses a huge magnet along with radio waves to produce images of the area in question, and the images will show “slices” of the area so your doctor can look for tumors, lesions, and other irregularities. An MRI of the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) can also detect health issues such as multiple sclerosis, stroke, dementia, aneurysms, and spinal ... [Read More]
Spinal Cord
Common Types of Spinal Cord Injuries
Spinal cord injuries are some of the most serious injuries you can get. Some spinal cord injuries cause temporary symptoms, which can subside with the help of effective treatments. However, some spinal cord injuries have life-long repercussions. Two Main Kinds of Spinal Cord Injuries Spinal cord injuries (SCI) can be classified into two types: complete and incomplete. A complete SCI results in the total loss of all sensory and motor functions below the location of the injury. This type of ... [Read More]
When to Get a Spine Surgery
Back pains can be irritating and affect your daily routine. Fortunately, there are treatments available to relieve this pain. Sometimes, this pain can subside with some rest. However, there are also cases when pain persists even with medication. Such situations call for immediate medical care and, depending on the cause, may even require spine surgery. Your Spine The spine runs from the base of your skull down to the pelvis in the middle of the back. It is a series of bones stacked on top of ... [Read More]
Common Spinal Conditions in Seniors and the Elderly
Back pain is one of the most common reasons why people see a doctor and miss work. It is also one of the top reasons for disability worldwide. In fact, most people in the world will experience back pain at least once in their lifetimes. Back pain can range from being a simple nuisance to a debilitating factor. It can interrupt sleep, make it difficult to get up in the morning, prevent you from doing the things you love, and even decrease your quality of life. The more we age, the more ... [Read More]
Why Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery Is Safer Than Regular Surgery
Minimally invasive spinal surgery uses advanced surgical techniques and state-of-the-art technology to treat many spinal conditions. This method of surgery is safer than regular surgery because there is less cutting of skin and nearby tissues, and thereby less blood loss and less time recovering – in addition to several other benefits. How Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery Works Minimally invasive spinal surgery is a complex medical procedure that uses specialized equipment and surgical ... [Read More]
