Many spinal problems become worse with age. They may be the result of wear and tear over the years, osteoarthritis, or injury or trauma to the spine. Cervical stenosis is a fairly common cause of neck pain for patients over the age of 50. ...
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Most of us would prefer to avoid surgery, when possible. However, sometimes surgery is the recommended procedure for correcting a medical issue. Surgery may be the best choice when beneficial outcomes outweigh any risks. All...
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In the past, traditional spine surgery meant a large incision and a lengthy recovery time. This technique is called ‘open’ surgery. While ‘open’ surgery is still used, there is an alternative today for some types of back and neck...
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Low back pain can often be a consequence of participating in sports. Certain motions can put a strain on the muscles in the lumbar spine (low back). Overuse of the muscles also contributes to pain. Low back pain negatively...
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An MRI procedure, by definition, is magnetic resonance imaging. The technique is used in radiology to form pictures of the anatomy and physiological processes of the body. It is a diagnostic test for many medical conditions. An MRI is...
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Pain in the neck and arm are often related. It may be caused by one of several conditions stemming from damage or deterioration of the cervical discs. Examples of this include degenerative disc disease, herniated disc, and cervical...
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Cervical spondylosis describes a common condition that occurs in the neck as part of the aging process. It’s generally referred to as arthritis or spinal osteoarthritis. Normal wear and tear on the bones, cartilage, and spinal discs causes...
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Back pain can be a disabling health condition at any age. However, older adults aged 60 and over are more likely to suffer back pain related to spinal degeneration. These conditions may not create significant symptoms at the...
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Benign spinal tumors, by definition, are non-cancerous growths. They are composed of abnormal masses of tissue within or surrounding the spinal cord or spinal column. These tumors may cause back pain that cannot be attributed to an...
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Regis W. Haid, Jr., MD, has been named new president of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons. PRESS RELEASE Atlanta, Georgia Regis W. Haid, Jr., MD, has been named as the new president of the American Association of Neurological...
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Females over the age of 50 are at risk for developing spinal compression fractures. It is a very common complication of osteoporosis, a bone disease that affects post-menopausal women. In osteoporosis, bone mass decreases faster than it can be...
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Cervical degeneration is one of the causes of long-term or chronic neck pain. Degenerative changes are common as people age, and neck pain is a familiar complaint for seniors. Some aches and pains are fairly normal, but a physician...
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