Infections of the spine are relatively rare compared to other spine conditions like slip disc. But if a spinal infection happens, it can cause significant damage which can cause paralysis
What is Spinal Nerve Compression? Spine specialists refer to any condition that applies pressure to the spinal cord or nerve roots as spinal nerve compression. A variety of factors can
In this article, we will try to put various types of back surgery into perspective from a patient’s point of view. I hope this will give patients a better foundation
Spinal discs act as cushions between the vertebrae in your spine. They’re composed of an outer layer of tough cartilage that surrounds softer cartilage in the centre. Spinal discs are
Not all back and neck pain need detailed investigations and evaluation, as majority of them are self-limiting or their severity can be limited by non-operative measures like physiotherapy and life
What is an MRI? An MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) scan uses magnets and radio waves to capture images inside your body without making a surgical incision. The scan allows your
Spine surgery has become very safe now due to the wide spread availabiltiy and opportunities for training like spine fellowships,observerships, cadveric workshops, conferences etc. Spine surgery has also become more
Neck pain and Back pain in Ankylosing spondylitis: Ankylosing spondylitis belongs to a group of arthritis conditions that tend to cause chronic inflammation of the spine (spondyloarthropathies). It is one
Back pain and neck pain are not only extremely common but are also very debilitating. More than 90 percent of times these don’t need any intervention ( investigation or surgery).
Does cervical spondylosis cause dizziness? –Vertigo Vertigo resulting from cervical spondylosis is not a widely accepted phenomenon. The pathogenesis of cervical spondylosis leading to vertigo presented in the literature
