Pain that begins in the neck and radiates down the arm to the fingers can range from annoying to debilitating. Some people may experience hand, arm, or shoulder weakness. Others may notice numbness and tingling down the arm or loss of sensation...
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Arthritis of the spine can lead to joint changes causing pain and inflammation. Damage to the facet joints can occur anywhere along the spine but is more common in the neck and low back. It usually becomes more of a problem as people age...
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Doctors recommend exercise as part of a healthy lifestyle. A general goal is to aim for 30 minutes of moderate physical exercise each day. This might include activities such as brisk walking, biking, or an exercise class at the...
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Artificial disc replacement is a surgical option that can be used to treat some types of degenerative disc disease. A disc is a pad between the vertebrae of the spinal column. It is round in shape, with a flat top and bottom. ...
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Normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH) is a neurological disorder that is sometimes misdiagnosed and may create a level of confusion for the patient. The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke defines the condition as an...
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News Release: June 2020 Atlanta Magazine recognizes David M. Benglis, Jr., Roger H. Frankel, Regis W. Haid, Jr., Michele M. Johnson, and Steven D. Wray as 2020 Top Neurological Surgeons. Five physicians from Atlanta Brain and Spine Care have been...
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Patients seeking relief from neck or back pain may be surprised to find that non-surgical treatment may be an option for them. There are many conditions affecting the spine that respond well to physical therapy. The physician may...
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Roger H. Frankel, M.D. and David M. Benglis, Jr., M.D. were recently named as 2020 Top Neurological Surgeons by Georgia Trend magazine.
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A malignant spinal tumor is, by definition, cancerous. These tumors can be aggressive and spread to other areas of the body. A primary spinal tumor is one that originates in the spine. These are relatively rare. A...
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The National Brain Tumor Society recognizes May as Brain Tumor Awareness Month. The purpose of this designation is to raise awareness, increase the public’s knowledge, and encourage the tools needed to take appropriate action. A brain tumor is...
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Synovial cysts are fluid filled sacs that can develop on the spine. They most often affect the facet joints of the lumbar (lower) spine. These cysts are relatively uncommon and are not cancerous. Individuals may have a synovial...
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Bone spurs, known medically as osteophytes, are bony growths that usually develop slowly over time along bones. They do not really resemble pointed spurs but are generally smooth and round. Spinal bone spurs may form on the vertebrae...
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