Your brain is one of the best-protected organs in your body. It’s shielded by the skull and three structural barriers to keep harmful compounds out. However, that doesn’t make the brain invincible. If you suffer a heavy blow to the head, a concussion can occur. What Is A Concussion? A concussion is a traumatic brain injury resulting from a violent blow to the head, neck, or upper body. Although the brain can withstand minor jolts, sudden and forceful movements can cause the brain to move or ... [Read More]
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Why You Should See a Neurosurgeon
Neurosurgeons are the medical specialists to see for diseases and issues affecting the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves. They can perform complex brain surgery and spine surgery, but they also provide nonsurgical treatments. A neurosurgeon can treat chronic pain, spine disorders, brain and spine tumors, and vertebral fractures, just to name a few. Neurosurgeons are regularly consulted by neurologists, emergency room doctors, and general practitioners. Reasons to Visit a ... [Read More]
Benign vs. Cancerous Brain Tumor Procedures
Tumors are either benign or malignant, where benign ones are noncancerous and malignant ones are cancerous. (This is a relatively new distinction, whose purpose is for clarity – “benign cancer” was confusing to many patients.) A tumor can be highly complex, and never more so than when it involves the brain, which is the most complex organ in the body. Whether benign or cancerous, a brain tumor always requires immediate medical attention and treatment. This is because both malignant and benign ... [Read More]
Rare Types Of Brain Tumors
Being diagnosed with a brain tumor can be a very frightening and confusing time, but not all tumors mean the worst. There are more than 120 different types of brain tumors and not all of them are cancerous, with many being rare. Receiving timely and appropriate diagnosis and treatment is paramount to your overall health and a successful recovery. Brain Tumors A brain tumor is a mass of tissue formed from abnormal cell growth in the brain. Brain tumors are usually named after the type of cells ... [Read More]
Recovery from a Lumbar Fusion
A lumbar fusion, which is a spinal fusion in the lower back, is a surgical procedure performed to fuse two or more of a patient’s vertebrae together. The surgeon fuses these bones in the back so that they become a single bone, which is done in order to prevent painful symptoms. If you are considering lumbar fusion surgery, you are likely curious about what recovery after the operation is going to be like. How risky is this type of back surgery? Could it create a loss of mobility? Will it take ... [Read More]
