Recovery from Scoliosis Surgery

Tue, 10 May 2011 15:15:07 -0500

Many doctor approved tips for patients and their caregivers to consider after scoliosis surgery.

Exams and Tests for Spondylosis

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 21:25:50 -0500

Diagnosing spondylosis can be tricky since it develops gradually. To make an accurate diagnosis of spondylosis, your doctor will do physical and neurological exams. You'll need to have x-rays, CT scans, or MRIs, too.

What Is Sciatica?

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 11:06:58 -0500

Sciatica is the common term for mild to intense leg pain that starts in the low back. The technical medical term is radiculopathy, and it's caused by an underlying low back condition. Sciatica is actually considered a symptom of another condition.

Drugs and Medications for Spinal Fractures

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 05:20:10 -0500

Spinal fractures may cause pain, so to help you deal with that pain, you may need to take medications. Your doctor will work with you to figure out the best medications and dosages for your pain.

Causes of Degenerative Disc Disease

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:39:34 -0500

Aging—and what that does to your body—is the most common cause of degenerative disc disease (DDD). However, did you know that long before proof of DDD is seen on a CT or MRI, parts of your spine have already started to change?

Physical Therapy for Whiplash

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 05:26:55 -0500

Physical therapy is an effective way to deal with the pain and other symptoms of whiplash. A physical therapist will use passive treatments to help your body heal, and you'll probably learn exercises to help strengthen your neck muscles.

Facts and Tips about Spondylolisthesis

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 05:25:35 -0500

True or False? Spondylolisthesis is a common cause of back pain in teenagers.

Sciatica Center

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 12:58:11 -0500

Detailed information about sciatica exercises, sciatica causes, sciatica treatment, and sciatica symptoms. Pressure on the sciatic nerve can cause a shooting pain down your leg, tingling, and numbness.

Scoliosis Center

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 12:56:29 -0500

Extensive articles on scoliosis: the causes, symptoms, non-surgical treatments, and surgical options. Although most common in adolescents, scoliosis can develop in adults. This Scoliosis Center will help patients and families learn how to deal with scoliosis.

Physical Therapy Center

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 10:29:38 -0500

In the SpineUniverse Physical Therapy Center, you'll learn the basics of physical therapy. Your doctor may recommend that you go to PT to strengthen your spinal muscles and help your body deal with back pain. You'll do a mix of passive and active treatments: read about the differences in those treatments and how PT will help you recover from back pain or neck pain.

Ankylosing Spondylitis Center

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 11:07:14 -0500

The Ankylosing Spondylitis Condition Center has everything patients need to know about this for of inflammatory arthritis: symptoms, treatments, and even suggested forms of exercise to bring pain relief.

Spinal Stenosis Center

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 15:32:55 -0500

The SpineUniverse Spinal Stenosis Center contains links to the whole spectrum of information about spinal stenosis, from symptoms and causes to the most common treatments. Exercises for spinal stenosis.

Neck Pain Center

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 12:19:08 -0500

In the SpineUniverse Neck Pain Center, you'll get detailed information about neck pain causes, treatment options, and important tips to determine if this your pain is a symptom of a more serious condition.

Whiplash Center

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:05:41 -0500

Every year, around 2 million Americans get whiplash, usually from a car accident. You can also get it from playing sports, falling, or even being punched. Whiplash isn’t technically a medical term, but it is a very real pain. In the SpineUniverse Whiplash Center, learn what you can do after you get whiplash.

Back Pain Center

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 11:04:31 -0500

Back pain is the second most common reason people go to see the doctor. Our Back Pain Center will guide you through the causes and diagnosis of your back pain, and it will help you select the treatments that are most effective.

Low Back Pain Center

Thu, 16 Jun 2011 12:14:21 -0500

Lower back pain is a common complaint. Low Back Pain Center provides exercises for back pain and will help you understand the cause of your pain and treatment options.

Superior Patient-focused Spine Care

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 14:56:20 -0500

Whether you’ve tried every non-surgical treatment or undergone spine surgery, that doesn’t mean you can’t be helped. The Kraus Back & Neck Institute (KBNI) offers you a fresh start!

Lumbar Herniated Disc

Tue, 18 May 2010 12:59:05 -0500

A common cause of low back and leg pain is a bulging or herniated disc in the lumbar area. Symptoms may include dull or sharp pain, leg weakness or tingling, or sciatica?pain that shoots down your leg. Illustrations show a normal and herniated disc.

Herniated Disc and Slipped Disc Condition Center

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 23:36:00 -0500

An A-Z index covering the diagnosis, treatment and recovery for herniated and slipped disc patients.

Herniated and Bulging Discs

Tue, 18 May 2010 12:42:13 -0500

Herniated and bulging discs are also called non-contained or contained disc disorders. For example, a non-contained disc is one that has either partially or completely broken open.

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