Scoliosis: Definition, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prognosis
Scoliosis is a medical condition in which a person's spine has a curvature that is abnormal or unusual. This curve can take the shape of an "S" or … Read More
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Lumbar Lordosis: Definition, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Lordosis is the normal inward curvature of the spine in the lumbar region (lower back). Lordosis can become exaggerated, leading to a condition called hyperlordosis. Oftentimes, the term … Read More
Kyphosis: Definition, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prognosis
Kyphosis is a condition in which the spine has an excessive outward curve, causing a hunchback or rounded posture. Kyphosis can be caused by birth defects, abnormal growth … Read More
Whiplash: Definition, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Whiplash is a type of neck injury that occurs when the neck is rapidly and forcibly thrown back and forth. It is most commonly caused by car accidents, … Read More
Spinal Cord Injury: Definition, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prognosis
A spinal cord injury (SCI) is an injury to the spinal cord, the bundle of nerves that runs from the brain down through the spine and carries signals … Read More
Back Strain & Sprain: Definition, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Summary Back strains and back sprains are injuries to the muscles, tendons, or ligaments in the back. They are common injuries that can be caused by overuse, improper lifting, … Read More
Piriformis Syndrome: Definition, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Summary Piriformis syndrome is a condition that occurs when the piriformis muscle, a small muscle located in the buttocks, becomes tight or spasms and causes entrapment of the sciatic … Read More
Sciatica: Definition, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Sciatica is a set of symptoms caused by irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve is the longest and largest nerve in the body, and … Read More
Spondylosis: Definition, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Summary Spondylosis is a general term that refers to the natural degeneration of the spine that occurs with age. It is a common condition that affects the vertebrae (bones … Read More
Cauda Equina Syndrome: Definition, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prognosis
Summary Cauda equina syndrome is a rare but serious condition that occurs when the nerves at the end of the spinal cord (the cauda equina) become compressed or damaged. … Read More