Spinal stenosis is a condition affecting the spinal column. It causes a gradual narrowing of the spaces in your spine which can then start to compress your spinal cord as well as the sensitive nerve roots exiting each vertebra. These tightened spaces can gradually cause the spinal cord and related [...]
The human spinal column is a complex structure made up of many integrated tissues, bones, muscles, and nerves. Helping to cushion the weight between the vertebrae are a series or cartilage discs that act as shock absorbers and help you move, bend and twist comfortably. As time goes by, the [...]
Migraine headaches can be crippling and affect your quality of life. While migraines can be caused by a wide variety of things, there are a few related to issues in the cervical spine that might be treated or see improvement in symptoms via physical therapy. The cervical spine region of [...]
Chronic back pain can have a variety of sources. When that back pain becomes debilitating or cannot be resolved by other treatment means spinal fusion surgery might be seen as a final measure to help stabilize the spine and restore a functional quality of life for the patient. Spinal fusion [...]
Neck and back pain can be far more than just an annoying discomfort. Many people who struggle with neck and back pain find it impacts their overall quality of life. In some of these cases, a special type of surgery known as a Laminectomy might be able to help. Especially [...]
Your spine is made up of a complex network of muscles, connective tissues, nerves, bones, and cartilage. The vertebrae of each bone in the spine and neck are cushioned by small, durable cartilage disks that help cushion the bone and help with flexibility. These cartilage discs are round with a [...]
