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MRI vs CT vs PET Scan In medicine there are many ways to investigate and diagnose a disease or disorder, however, using technology and imaging scans has helped advance the […]

June is the Start of Summer Summer begins on Sunday June 20th, the same day as Father’s day. With the beginning of summer there is plenty to do in the […]

What is neurogenic claudication? Neurogenic claudication is essentially leg pain or weakness while walking that stems from the nervous system. It’s also known as pseudoclaudication. This condition can lead to […]

Spinal compression fractures are the result of weak bones in the spine that create small fractures within a vertebra bone of your spine. The vertebra of your spine stack on […]

What is a ruptured disc? Firstly, what are we talking about when we say disc? There are discs in your spine that are found in between vertebrae which help with […]

Lower back pain is a common symptom affecting millions of people every day. While it can cause discomfort, most people can still work and have a good quality of life […]

Does sciatica occur suddenly or does it take time to develop? Sciatica can do both, have a sudden onset or develop slowly over time. The difference is the cause of […]

What is a pinched nerve? There’s one thing that indicates you have a pinched nerve: pain. But what is a pinched nerve exactly? It’s a lot like what it sounds […]

Neurosurgeons deal with anything involving the nervous system. That includes the brain, the spine, and all the systems surrounding the two. The nervous system is a collection of nerves that […]

Spinal Stenosis Walking Difficulties Spinal stenosis is the narrowing of spaces inside your spinal canal and “pinches” or puts pressure on the nerves going through the canal. The two most […]

What is a Rotator Cuff? Your shoulder’s anatomy includes three bones from the upper arm, shoulder blade and collarbone. The upper arm bone fits into the socket of your shoulder […]

What is an Annular Tear? An annular tear occurs in the ligament that surrounds the nucleus of your spinal discs with cartilage fibers called the annulus fibrosus. Spinal disc nucleus’ […]

What are Facet Joints? Facet joints are the small, angular joints on either side of the ring-shaped bone surrounding the vertebral bodies. Those joints are important in stabilizing spinal movement. […]

Most people with back pain do not suspect that they may be suffering from back arthritis, even though it’s the most common cause of back pain. Arthritis in the back […]

Orthopedic Surgeon vs Neurosurgeon Do you have a spinal problem but are unsure if you need a neurosurgeon or an orthopedic surgeon? Don’t worry. It can be confusing as to […]