Anterior Cervical Decompression & Fusion
Anterior Cervical Decompression and Fusion The Anterior Cervical Decompression and Fusion (ACDF) procedure is used to relieve neck pain. This can be caused by nerve root or spinal cord compression in the cervical spine. Patients that may be eligible for this procedure include those with a diagnosis of: Herniated disc. Cervical radiculopathy. Degenerative disc disease. […]
Sciatica: Overview of Low Back Pain
An Overview of Sciatica The nerves that leave the lower lumbar spine join together to form the large sciatic nerve. This nerve provides sensation and controls the muscles of the lower leg. Sciatica refers to the pain felt when the sciatic nerve is irritated or pinched. Therefore, this pressure or irritation on the nerve roots […]
Sciatica and Severe Low back pain
Sciatica can come from Severe Low Back Pain One common cause of Sciatica is Severe Lower Back Pain. The sciatic nerve is one of the larger neural structures in the body. Also, This nerve starts at the low back region and runs through the buttock and down the back of the leg. The sciatic nerve […]
Pilates & Benefits to Your Health
What Is Pilates? Pilates is a method of exercise that consists of low impact flexibility muscular strength endurance movements It is a system of exercises designed to improve physical strength, flexibility, posture and enhance mental awareness. Pilates is a series of about 500 exercises inspired by calisthenics, yoga and ballet. Pilates emphasizes the use of […]
Pain from Scoliosis
Pain From Scoliosis Pain from scoliosis is more common in severe cases. The abnormal stresses on the body tissue can lead to repetitive stress injury and pain. In advanced cases, it can lead to other health issues. But, having scoliosis does not necessarily mean that you are going to have issues. Most people have slight […]
Causes of Whiplash Injuries
Whiplash Injuries What are the Causes of Whiplash Injuries? Whiplash injuries usually occur from: Motor Vehicle Accidents Fall on stairs Contact Sports like Football, basketball, lacrosse, baseball, boxing, rugby, soccer etc. To learn more about the anatomy of the neck or cervical region, please watch this VIDEO or this article on common neck injuries. […]