The spine is a long, tubular series of vertebrae (bones) and protective discs – and every disc sits between each set of two adjacent vertebrae. These bones and discs are stacked on top of each other from the bottom of the skull all the way down to the lower back. The spine surrounds the spinal cord, which is a crucial part of the central nervous system that enables us to feel sensations and to move around. Because it protects the spinal cord and also lets us move, bend, and twist our torso, t ... [Read More]
Back Surgery
Types of Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery
When a spinal condition or disorder impacts a nerve, it can disrupt motor and sensory signals and result in painful symptoms that radiate along the affected nerve pathway, and even cause disability. Nonsurgical, conservative or traditional methods are usually the first approach to many medical conditions affecting the spine. If such methods fail to provide relief, surgery may be prescribed. What is Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery? Minimally invasive spine surgery is a cutting-edge procedure ... [Read More]
What is a Kyphoplasty?
Kyphoplasty is an augmentation or strengthening of vertebrae that have suffered compression fractures. This minimally invasive procedure alleviates pain, stabilizes the bone, and restores some or all vertebral height that was impacted by the fracture. A catheter with a balloon-like device creates space in the vertebra, and a special cement-like substance is injected to fill it. Hence it is also known as a “balloon kyphoplasty.” Kyphoplasty can help patients with spinal fractures due to ost ... [Read More]
