When a spinal disc’s internal soft material has spilled out of the harder outer shell, it can cause a feeling of constant pressure and pain. This condition has many names: herniated disc, slipped disc, ruptured disc, bulging disc, and disc prolapse – and if the pain becomes chronic and unbearable, a discectomy may be in
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Common Spinal Disorders
The spine, or backbone, runs from the pelvis to the skull. It serves as the central pillar of the body that bears and distributes the weight of the body. Comprised of many bones stacked on top of one another, the spine is divided into three distinct regions: lumbar, thoracic, and cervical. The spine is a
Read MoreDegenerative Disc Disease
As we age, we face a host of challenging issues. Health problems may crop up, poor lifestyle choices can catch up with us, while exercise and healthy eating often fall by the wayside of our busy lives. For example, by the age of 40, nearly everyone has experienced some type of back pain. In many
Read MoreThe Benefits of Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery
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
Read MorePreparing for a Lumbar Spinal Fusion
Lumbar spinal fusion is a surgical procedure that causes affected or damaged vertebrae in the lower back to grow together as a single unit, by removing the cushioning discs between them. This prevents spinal movement between the vertebrae and reduces pressure on the nerves, helping to reduce pain, stop the formation of bone spurs and
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