Lamina are the flattened or arched parts of each spinal vertebrae that form the roof or back part of the spinal canal. Degeneration of the vertebrae or bony protrusions from osteoarthritis cause narrowing of the spinal canal and compression...
Open Post
Osteoarthritis in the neck, also known as cervical spondylosis, is common as people age. It’s estimated that 85% of people over age 60 are affected. Many people begin to experience symptoms in middle age, although their symptoms may initially...
Open Post
Atlanta Brain and Spine Care surgeon Michele M. Johnson, M.D. has been named to Castle Connolly’s 2024 Exceptional Women in Medicine list. PRESS RELEASE Atlanta, GA – A neurosurgeon from Atlanta Brain and Spine Care has been named to the Castle...
Open Post
Spondylolisthesis is a common spinal disorder that most often affects the lower back. The condition results from one of the spinal vertebrae slipping forward out of position over the vertebrae below it. The part of the spine most often affected...
Open Post
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is one of the tools that can be used to diagnose spinal conditions. An MRI combines computer technology, a magnetic field, and radio waves to produce two dimensional images of organs and structures inside...
Open Post
A herniated cervical disc is a common cause of neck pain. People between ages 30-50 are most likely to develop the condition, and it tends to be more prevalent in men. Cervical disc herniations most often occur at levels C5-C6 and...
Open Post
Atlanta Brain and Spine Care surgeons Roger Frankel, M.D., Steven Wray, M.D., David Benglis, M.D., Michele Johnson, M.D., and Joshua Wewel, M.D. have been named Castle Connolly 2024 Top Doctors in Neurological Surgery. NEWS RELEASE Five surgeons...
Open Post
A disc herniation is a problem with one of the rubber-like pads between each spinal vertebrae. The discs act as shock absorbers and provide support and stability for the spine. Discs have a tough outer membrane and a gel-like center...
Open Post
A Computed Tomography scan (CT scan) is a useful diagnostic tool in many areas of medicine. The scan gives doctors detailed images that can help them identify problems and abnormalities effecting bones, organs, blood vessels, muscles, and...
Open Post
Patients suffering from neck pain are often sent to physical therapy for nonsurgical treatment. Cervical traction may be recommended for these patients, along with specific exercises that can decrease pain and improve range of motion and...
Open Post
Spinal stenosis is a narrowing of the spinal canal. This narrowing puts pressure on the spinal cord and on nerves in the affected area. Stenosis is a common cause of pain, generally in the low back (lumbar stenosis) and the neck...
Open Post
Sciatica is an inflammation or compression of the sciatic nerve that causes sharp pain in the low back and buttocks that radiates down the leg. Sciatica generally occurs on one side of the body. The condition is more common in people...
Open PostRequest an Appointment ^
