Everything changes if you’re trying to push through the pain caused by a herniated disc. Sleeping becomes a real challenge and the simplest of physical activities can leave you feeling broken. It’s enough to make anyone feel desperate for immediate relief, but should you consider surgery for your herniated disc? As you get older, it’s…
DetailsFunction of Discs in Back The discs in your back serve three very important purposes. First, they help absorb shock on the spine. Second, they function in a manner comparable to ligaments, holding the vertebrae of the spine in place. And third, they are cartilaginous joints that improve flexibility and mobility. When you discover a…
DetailsWhen each and every day is limited by chronic pain, finding relief is your main priority. Unfortunately, figuring out the right treatment for your needs isn’t always easy. Nonsurgical methods aren’t always enough to make a full recovery, effective medicines are riddled with side effects, and the prospect of surgery can be a tough pill…
DetailsIf you experience lower back pain while bending over, lifting, or just taking part in day-to-day activities, you may have an annular tear. Annular tears are relatively common, but they have a tendency to go undiagnosed as the degree of pain associated with this condition varies from person to person. In order to understand what…
DetailsA microdiscectomy (sometimes referred to as decompression surgery) is a minimally invasive spine surgery that is commonly performed in Florida. This advanced procedure can help reduce pressure on the nerves in the spine and relieve back pain. What’s the Difference Between a Discectomy & a Microdiscectomy? During a discectomy, portions of spinal bone or disks…
DetailsImagine leaving a surgery center completely pain-free. The only sign that you received spinal surgery being a small bandage on your back. these are some of the aspects that make laser spine surgery so appealing to people living with chronic back pain in Florida. If you have been told that you may need back surgery,…
DetailsWhat You Need to Know About Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Spine surgery was usually performed as an “open operation”– meaning that a long incision was used to open up the patient. This gave the operating surgeon a direct view of the patient’s anatomy comprising the operating area. Fortunately, advancements in medical technology mean that significantly…
DetailsIf you are suffering from chronic pain in the lower back or legs, then your doctor may recommend spinal cord stimulation (SCS) or neurostimulation. This is an advanced pain-relief procedure that is often recommended for an increasing number of medical conditions such as complex regional pain syndrome, neuropathy, cervical and lumbar radiculitis. If you have…
DetailsThe rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons in each shoulder. It holds your upper arm bone in your shoulder socket. It keeps your arm stable while allowing it to lift and rotate. Too much stress on the rotator cuff can cause a tear. This can be a painful injury. Causes A rotator…
DetailsThis injury is a tearing of the ACL ligament in the knee joint. The ACL ligament is one of the bands of tissue that connects the femur to the tibia. An ACL tear can be painful. It can cause the knee to become unstable. What Causes An ACL Tear? An ACL tear usually occurs during…
DetailsThis condition is a deterioration of the facet joints, which help stabilize the spine and limit excessive motion. The facet joints are lined with cartilage and are surrounded by a lubricating capsule that enables the vertebrae to bend and twist. Joint Damage Facet joint syndrome occurs when the facet joints become stressed and damaged. This…
DetailsTreatment for disc herniation varies depending on which part of the spine is affected and the gravity of the condition. There is a long range of treatments from conservative care to surgical procedures. It is best to consult a physician to ensure the appropriate treatment as there are other factors to be considered such as…
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