Neurosurgery
This is an imprecise term for injury to the cervical vertebrae and adjacent soft tissues. It is produced by a sudden jerking or relative backward or forward acceleration of the head with respect to the vertebral column. People in a vehic...
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Bone spurs, also known as osteophytes, are bony projections that form along joints and are often seen in conditions such as arthritis. The bone spurs themselves aren\'t painful, but they can rub against nearby nerves and cause pain. ...
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Spondylolisthesis describes a condition of forward slippage of one vertebrae in the spine over another. This condition in adults is most commonly due to degeneration (wear and tear) of the discs and ligaments that bind and support t...
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The gradual deterioration of the disc between the vertebrae is also referred to as Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD). As people age, the composition of the cartilage of the body changes, resulting in thinner and more fragile cartilage. The...
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Sciatic Pain results from the inflammation of the sciatic nerve and is usually marked by pain and tenderness along the course of the nerve on through to the thigh and leg. Sciatic pain usually starts in the buttocks and extends down the ...
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