Maintaining a healthy spine is very important, as it is the structure that keeps you upright and facilitates movement. A healthy spine is also more resilient against painful conditions such as herniated discs and spinal fractures. While good posture and regular exercise are important, nutrition [Read More]
Spine Surgery
Herniated Discs: What You Need to Know
Your spinal column comprises bony vertebrae, facet joints, and cushion-like discs, which create free movement, and stabilize and absorb the many shocks and pressures your back endures daily. These discs may herniate, impinging on the spinal nerves. Let’s talk about the reasons for herniated [Read More]
Treatments for a Herniated Disc
A herniated disc – also called a ruptured disc – is when the firm outer exterior of a spinal disc develops a crack, or herniates, and thereby allows some of the softer interior to leak out and irritate the adjacent nerves. The condition can only be firmly determined via a diagnostic [Read More]
Different Types of Spine Surgery
Spine surgery may be recommended for you if you have a significant back condition or an injury to your spine. Surgery may also be the best option if nonsurgical treatment methods have not worked successfully. Advances in spine surgery and greater knowledge of human anatomy have enabled many spine [Read More]
