Annulus Rupture: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Annulus rupture is a tear in the intervertebral disc's outer fibrous ring (annulus fibrosus), which can lead to disc instability, pain, and potentiall...
By Hart
Category: Spine Health
Browsing all articles filed under the "Spine Health" category.
Foraminal Decompression: Understanding the Procedure, Causes, and Benefits
Foraminal decompression is a surgical procedure that enlarges the neural foramen to relieve pressure on a spinal nerve root, aiming to alleviate pain ...
By Hart
Lumbar Disc: Anatomy, Functions, and Health Maintenance
The lumbar intervertebral discs are critical cartilaginous structures located between the vertebrae of the lower back, primarily serving as shock abso...
By Hart
Orthopedic Disc: Anatomy, Function, Conditions, Diagnosis, and Treatment
The "orthopedic disc" refers to the intervertebral disc, a vital spinal component providing cushioning, flexibility, and support, whose heal...
By Alex
Cervical Disc Replacement Surgery: Muscle Management, Approaches, and Recovery
Cervical disc replacement surgery, particularly via the common anterior approach, primarily involves the careful separation and retraction of neck mus...
By Alex
Intervertebral Discs: Anatomy, Function, and Health Maintenance
Intervertebral discs are complex cartilaginous structures between spinal vertebrae, primarily composed of a tough annulus fibrosus outer ring and a ge...
By Hart
Lumbosacral Joints: Types, Anatomy, and Functional Significance
The lumbosacral region primarily involves the L5-S1 intervertebral joint (comprising a disc and facet joints) and the two sacroiliac joints, all cruci...
By Hart
Cervical Fusion: Understanding Permanent Restrictions, Activities to Avoid, and Adapting to Life
Cervical fusion surgery results in permanent restrictions primarily on high-impact activities, heavy lifting, and extreme neck movements to protect th...
By Alex
Artificial Cervical Discs: Understanding, Evolution, and Latest Advancements
The "newest" artificial cervical discs are not a single device but represent a latest generation focusing on improved biomechanics, advanced...
By Jordan
