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]
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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]
How Do We Determine A Disability?
If you have a disability that is affecting your ability to carry out normal, everyday activities, you may be entitled to social security disability benefits. The Social Security Administration has put forward specific guidelines to determine if you are entitled to disability benefits. As a leading authority in spinal and neurological care, Front Range Spine And Neurosurgery also offers disability determination services to ensure your application process goes as smoothly as possible. Disability ... [Read More]
Treatments For Arachnoid Cysts
Arachnoid cysts are a common type of cyst which can affect the brain or spinal cord. Many arachnoid cysts remain constant in size and do not cause symptoms or require any treatment. However, depending on their size and location, some arachnoid cysts can cause pressure on the brain or spinal cord, which can result in headaches and vision problems. Treatment may be recommended if symptoms become problematic. What Is An Arachnoid Cyst? Arachnoid cysts are sacs filled with cerebrospinal fluid that ... [Read More]
Effects of Brain Tumors on the Pituitary Gland
The pituitary gland is actually a two-part gland, one on either side of the head, and each locus is approximately halfway between your eye and the top of your ear. It is a master gland for the endocrine system, greatly influencing the hormone glands throughout the body. A brain tumor is an abnormal growth of cells in the brain, whether it is a primary tumor – beginning in the brain itself – or a metastatic tumor which has spread from elsewhere in the body. Brain tumors rarely spread (me ... [Read More]
