Spondylolysis: Location, Causes, and Risk Factors
Spondylolysis is a stress fracture in the pars interarticularis, a small bone segment in the posterior part of a vertebra, most commonly found in the ...
By Alex
Category: Spine Health
Browsing all articles filed under the "Spine Health" category.
Cervical Fusion: Indications, Decision-Making, and Recovery
Cervical fusion is a significant surgical procedure primarily considered for individuals experiencing severe, debilitating neck pain, neurological def...
By Jordan
Spine Health: Understanding Joint Cracking, Risks of Self-Manipulation, and Safe Practices
Attempting to self-manipulate your backbone is strongly discouraged due to significant risks of injury, and spinal health should always be managed by ...
By Alex
Disc Removal Surgery: Understanding Microdiscectomy, Risks, and Recovery
Disc removal surgery, including microdiscectomy, is classified as a major surgical procedure due to its invasiveness, the requirement for general anes...
By Hart
Degenerative Disc Disease: New Surgeries, Motion Preservation, and Regenerative Therapies
New surgical approaches for degenerative disc disease prioritize minimally invasive techniques, motion preservation through total disc replacement, an...
By Jordan
Disc Bulge: Understanding, Management, and Living a Normal Life
For most individuals, living a fulfilling and active life is entirely possible with a disc bulge through proactive management and consistent lifestyle...
By Alex
Spinal Discs: Removal Procedures, Stabilization, and Recovery
Yes, spinal discs can be removed surgically, either partially or completely, to alleviate significant pain, neurological deficits, or instability resu...
By Hart
Disc Disease: Understanding Permanence, Symptoms, and Management Options
While structural changes to spinal discs can be long-lasting, the pain and debilitating symptoms of disc disease are often manageable and can signific...
By Jordan
Bertolotti's Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Bertolotti's Syndrome is a congenital condition where an enlarged L5 vertebra's transverse process abnormally articulates or fuses with the sacrum or ...
By Alex
