Sciatica is a condition that causes patients to experience pain within the sciatic nerves. These nerves extend from the lower back through the hips and buttock areas, and down each leg. In most cases, sciatica only impacts one side of the body. Triggers Sciatica occurs when the sciatic nerve becomes pinched. “Pinching” occurs due to …
The Sacroiliac (SI) Joints connect the base of the spine (the “sacrum”) to the ilium of the pelvis or hip bone. When there is abnormal motion or inflammation of these joints, severe pain can result. The condition is known as “Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Dysfunction.” There are several different names for this condition, including SI Joint …
The facet joints are structures which connect vertebrae to one another. The main purpose of them is to provide support and stability to the spine. Facet joint disorders occur when these joints become injured. Let’s take a closer look at some common questions about these disorders, and how they can be treated. What causes facet …
Although fairly rare, tailbone pain is often debilitating, since it causes persistent pain in the lower spinal area. This pain is usually temporary, although it can sometimes turn into a serious, long-term issue. Let’s take a closer look at this condition, and some of the most important questions about it. What is Coccydynia? Coccydynia is …
Kyphosis is a spinal condition that causes patients to appear slouched or hunched over. While most cases of Kyphosis are fairly mild, others can be seriously debilitating. Here are some commonly asked questions about this condition. What causes Kyphosis? Kyphosis occurs when bones of the spinal column (the “vertebrae”) become curved in an abnormal manner. …
Whiplash is an injury of the spine that is often associated with car accidents, especially rear-end collisions, but it can also be sustained during a sport or a fall. Here are the most commonly asked questions regarding whiplash and how it can be treated. What is whiplash? Whiplash, also known as a neck strain, is …
Since October marks the beginning of Breast Cancer Awareness month, there is no better time to speak about the many different treatments options now available to patients. In the past, there were few options other than invasive surgery, but fortunately, there have been many advances in cancer treatments. One innovative treatment is CyberKnife radiosurgery. To …
Spondylolisthesis is the destabilization of the spinal vertebrae. This condition occurs when a vertebra in the spine slips forward out of its proper position and onto the bone below it. Spondylolisthesis can be caused by several factors, including disease and injury. One of the most common symptoms is back pain that can radiate down to …
For patients living with tumors, lesions, or certain functional disorders, there can never be too many tools to aid in treatment. One such tool is Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS), an innovative, non-surgical option for patients living with these abnormalities or disorders. Essentially a precise form of radiation therapy, radiosurgery is a non-invasive alternative to more traditional …
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