Cervical spine surgery is performed to help alleviate painful symptoms caused by the compression of spinal nerves and/or the spinal cord. Depending on the surgery being performed, a cervical spinal fusion may be needed to add stability to that area of the spine.
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Cervical Spine Surgery
Posted on October 12, 2008 by Brenda MillerMinimally Invasive Laser Spine Surgery
Posted on October 4, 2008 by Brenda MillerAs our medical technology has evolved patients have been filled with a new sense of hope as minimally invasive laser spine surgery has become more mainstream. Over the years laser surgery has evolved and the number of physicians that perfume these procedures has grown.
Laser Surgery-Is it Right for You
Posted on October 4, 2008 by Brenda MillerIn the last ten years laser surgery has made major breakthroughs in the medical field. Patients are now given the choice of exploring alternative methods to their treatment that often will not require general anesthesia or lengthy hospital stays. As medical technology advances these procedures con
Lower Back Stretches to Help Relieve Back Pain
Posted on October 8, 2008 by Brenda MillerThe whole mentality of “pain is good" or “no pain no gain" is completely wrong here. If you are feeling pain then you are likely causing further damage to the already injured section of your back.
Lower Back Exercises
Posted on October 8, 2008 by Brenda MillerIt is important to know that the majority of your body's stability is provided by your spine. The spine gets its stability from your core muscles. It only makes sense that the stronger and healthier your core muscles are, the more stability they will provide your spine.
Thermal Ablation
Posted on October 7, 2008 by Brenda MillerWhen trying to compare a facet thermal ablation to any other medical procedure, one has to consider a root canal that the dentist would perform. During a thermal ablation procedure the surgeon makes use of a laser to clean debris from the facet joint while deadening the nerve causing pain.
Laminotomy - The Detailed Information You Need to Know
Posted on September 29, 2008 by Brenda MillerWhen a laminotomy is performed it is done to gain access to the spinal canal. A laminotomy uses an endoscopic approach to this for the surgeon to free any compressed or “tethered" nerves in the area. Because of the minimally invasive nature to this procedure, it can be performed in a surgical outp
Endoscopic Surgical Procedure - Foraminotomy
Posted on September 15, 2008 by Brenda MillerYour foramen is the area in your spinal canal that your nerves exit from. When these nerves become compressed or “strangled" by conditions such as bone spurs, disc herniations or ruptures, scar tissue and sometimes excessive ligament development...
Pain Management: Relieve Chronic Pain
Posted on August 16, 2008 by Crizza ReyesMost people do not take the time to really care for their health in the fast paced in our society. Some of the advanced pain relief methods even involve acupuncture, energy manipulation, and other New Age techniques.
Back Pain
Posted on April 1, 2006 by DoneBack Pain - Back pain is one of the most common complaints that bring people in to see a doctor. Chiropractors are often able to help patients who are suffering from many different causes of back pain.
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Why Scar Tissue Causes Back Pain
Posted on November 2, 2007 by Robert LangardWhen scar tissue forms near the nerve root, it's called epidural fibrosis. Epidural fibrosis is a common occurrence after back surgeries. This is so common that it often occurs in patients with both successful surgical outcomes as well as patients that continue to have the leg and back pain...
Spasms and Back Pain
Posted on April 1, 2006 by Forest SchellenbergBack pain sometimes merges from muscle spasms. Spasms largely start when one or the other nerve or muscle fibers cannot act with the other fiber. What takes place is the muscles assume involuntary reactions, such as atypical tightening of muscle. The action causes the muscles to restrain its contractions. If muscle contractions are reserved by the fibers, nerves, etc, restrained additionally, accordingly the lack of contractions can cause excessive feebleness and/or paralysis. If the muscles and...
Lower Back Stretches to Help Relieve Back Pain
Posted on October 8, 2008 by Brenda MillerThe whole mentality of “pain is good" or “no pain no gain" is completely wrong here. If you are feeling pain then you are likely causing further damage to the already injured section of your back.
Causes of Upper Back Pain
Posted on January 13, 2009 by Bella MclaineChildren, Adults, Pregnant woman, or a person of old age can also face the back pain problem. There may be several factors behind your back pain problem as it is not restricted only to one particular reason. Children, Adults, Pregnant woman, or a person of old age can also face the back pain problem. There may be several factors behind your back pain problem as it is not restricted only to one particular reason.
How to Avoid Back Pain And Find New Pain Relief Options
Posted on November 29, 2007 by Antonio LeMaireHow to Avoid Back Pain And Find New Pain Relief Options
Most Commonly Encountered Facet Disease Symptoms
Posted on February 4, 2008 by Markus SturgeonFacet joints are what allow your spine to be able to bend and flex in a controlled manner. Located on each side of your vertebrae...
Managing Your Back Ache
Posted on June 29, 2009 by Blubert TavedornAre you tired from work? Then most likely, you are experiencing an excruciating back ache because of strained muscles in your back. A lot of people will just disregard this pain without knowing that it can possibly lead to more serious complications in the future. And when this happens, treatment is more intense.
The 7-point Checklist for Your Chiropractor
Posted on June 9, 2009 by Dr ManeenMany people with back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain, migraines or other forms of pain, know that a Chiropractor can help, but are not sure how to find the right Chiropractor. This paper provides a set of guidelines based on the experience of 250 clinics nationwide to help the reader find a Chiropractor to help them get out and stay out of pain.
Better for Your Back: Firm or Soft Mattresses
Posted on June 27, 2009 by Jennifer3Many people wonder how comfortable mattresses, that enable you to sleep straight through the night, could be bad for your body. When you are considering purchasing a new mattress, it is important to be knowledgeable on the different types of mattresses available. Consumers need to try to find a happy medium between an overly bouncy, soft mattress, and an extremely firm, hard mattress.
Best Spine Surgeons
Posted on October 16, 2007 by Robert LangardUnfortunately the process of finding a spine surgeon is still fairly archaic. Because there is no real data base on who is a good spine surgeon or who isn't, you are going to have to trust that your physician is referring you to the best spine surgeon possible.
