Spine Archives

Definition and CausesSymptoms and DiagnosticTreatment and MedicationsDefinition and Causes Ankylosing Spondylitis What is Ankylosing Spondylitis? Ankylosing Spondylitis is a type of arthritis which causes recurring inflammation of the spinal bones and other joints such as sacroiliac joints. It is a chronic disorder which is also known as Marie-Strümpell disease or Bechterew's syndrome. The symptoms of ...

Definition and CausesSymptoms and Diagnostics ProceduresTreatment and CareDefinition and Causes What is degenerative disc disease? Degenerative disc disease or degenerative disc disorder, sometimes called DDD, occurs when one or more of the discs that lie between the vertebrae of the spine begin to dehydrate, shrink or compress. The condition mostly occurs in the cervical spine ...

Definition and CausesSymptoms and Diagnostics ProceduresTreatment and CareDefinition and Causes A herniated disc occurs when the nucleus pulposus, which is the gel-like inner substance of an intervertebral disc, breaks through the annulus fibrosus, which is the tough, outer rim of the tire-like structure. Pain is the most common symptom. However, nerve compression and inflammation can ...

Definition and CausesSymptoms and Diagnostic ProceduresTreatment and CareDefinition and Causes Cervical osteochondrosis is a condition that results when changes begin to occur in the cushioning discs which lie between the vertebrae in the neck. The changes in these discs cause changes in the neck vertebrae and joints themselves to also occur, resulting in compression of ...

Definition and CausesSymptoms and Diagnostics ProceduresTreatment and CareDefinition and Causes Spine Injuries and Disorders Your backbone (spine, vertebrae) protects your spinal cord and allows you to stand and bend. A wide range of spine diseases can occur, for many different reasons. Some of these include: Infections Injuries Tumors Conditions, such as scoliosis and ankylosing spondylitis ...

Decreased Mobility of the Spine: Degenerative Disc Disease & Scoliosis Each section of the spine has its own degree of mobility. The sections with the greatest mobility are the cervical (neck) and lumbar (lower back) areas. The thoracic spine area (from the bottom of the neck to the base of the rib cage) is relatively mobile. The sacrum (the ...

What is a Doppler Ultrasound? Purpose, Preparation, Procedure, Results   What is a Doppler Ultrasound? A Doppler ultrasound is a relatively safe test that is used to estimate the blood flow in the vessels of your body. A Doppler ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves in order to measure the amount of blood flow in your ...

Nerve Conduction Study (NCS) - Definition, Risks, Preparation, During/After Procedure, When To Seek Medical Care Have you ever experienced pain, numbness, or muscle weakness in any part of your body? Not everyone knows that these signs and symptoms could be due to a nerve injury. In these cases, patients are being referred to a nerve ...

Myelography: Definition, Purpose, Preparation, and Procedure What is a Myelography? A myelography, sometimes called a myelogram, is a diagnostic test that typically uses contrast dye and x-rays to take images of your vertebrae and the spaces between the vertebrae that are filled with fluid, called the subarachnoid space. This procedure is very useful in helping to ...

The Thoracic Spine What is the thoracic spine? The thoracic spine is located in the upper to the middle area of the back. It connects with the cervical vertebrae, extending down to approximately five inches below the bottom of the shoulder blades in an adult, where it then connects to the vertebrae of the lower ...