What Is a Tethered Spinal Cord and How Is It TreatedA tethered spinal cord is a neurological condition in which the spinal cord is abnormally fixed within the spinal canal. Instead of moving freely as the spine…
The Role of Anti-Inflammatory Diets in Spine HealthBack pain is often discussed as a mechanical problem involving discs, joints, muscles, nerves or the spinal cord. Yet inflammation can also influence how pain…
When surgery is needed for a spinal tumourA spinal tumour is an unusual growth in or around the spinal cord, nerve roots, vertebrae, or the protective tissues of the spine. Some tumours begin in the…
The Link Between Osteoporosis and Spine FracturesOsteoporosis weakens bone without always causing noticeable symptoms. When the condition affects the spine, ordinary movements such as bending, lifting a…
How to Prevent Recurrent Disc HerniationsA disc herniation occurs when the soft inner material of a spinal disc pushes through a weakened outer layer and irritates a nearby nerve. Pain may travel from…
Understanding the Genetics of Brain AneurysmsA brain aneurysm, also called an intracranial or cerebral aneurysm, is a weakened area in a brain artery that bulges outward. Many remain small and cause no…