Back pain is one of the leading causes of injury, and research suggests that 90 percent of people are going to experience back pain at some point in their lives. Oftentimes people tweak their back during athletic activity or exercise, but a lot of us are actually doing more damage to our backs when we’re […]
Archives for September 2015
Surgery for Spinal Stenosis
Spinal stenosis is a painful condition characterized by the narrowing of the spinal canal. This passageway contains your spinal cord as well as a host of nerve roots, and abnormal pressure in this area can cause pain and disability. Spinal stenosis is categorized as either primary or acquired stenosis. Primary – Primary spinal stenosis occurs when […]
Signs, Symptoms and Treatment Options For Brain Tumors
A brain tumor is a severe condition that needs to be addressed quickly, especially if it contains cancer cells. Since most people don’t get regular screenings for brain tumors, we want to share some of the signs and symptoms associated with the development of brain tumors. Additionally, we’ll discuss some of the ways these tumors are […]
Hemifacial Spasm Signs & Symptoms
Hemifacial Spasm Information Hemifacial spasm is an involuntary contraction of one half of the face. In most cases the cause of the spasms are not harmful but they can be cosmetically undesirable or embarrassing. As with many brain conditions, pinpointing the exact cause is not always straightforward. Several tests are available to help determine the […]
5 Questions To Ask Your Surgeon Before Spine Surgery
Spine surgery is a huge decision, so it’s important to learn about the procedure and the doctor preforming the operation before you go under the knife. Today, we’ll explain five questions you should ask your surgeon before back surgery so the patient and the doctor are on the same page. Five Important Questions 1. What […]
