The stress of everyday life often puts undue physical pressure on our bodies. This pressure can manifest as a sudden, acute problem or can be a low-grade long-term issue that causes damage over many years. By the time we’ve been to the doctor, conditions may have progressed to a point where there is no option other than surgery to rectify the issue. In this article we describe two common spine conditions and their implications. If…
What Is A Microdiscectomy? A lumbar microdiscectomy is a treatment option that may be recommended when all conservative treatments have failed to relieve the pain caused by a herniated disc that is pressing on a nerve. A microdiscectomy is typically performed by a neurosurgeon and is usually very effective for relieving leg pain caused by the compression of a spinal nerve. How Is A Microdiscectomy Procedure Performed? In this procedure a small part of the…
While the perks of working from home are manifold, there are some negative sides to it too. Sitting at a desk all day, or on the couch, can lead to sore or stiff necks and backs if you don’t maintain correct posture. Without adjustment, these can result in neck and lower back issues that can cause long term health issues. By maintaining a few essential habits while you’re working from home, you can prevent spine…
Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) is a lower back (lumbar) or neck (cervical) condition. It affects the discs located in between the vertebrae of the spine. ‘Degenerative’ is used to describe the condition of the intervertebral disc(s) affected. Degenerative disc disease is not actually a disease. It is a natural process by which the intervertebral discs of the spine change over time. This condition describes damage to the spinal discs resulting in pain through the neck or…
Back surgery can leave patients feeling sore for days or even weeks following their treatment. Spinal balance is very delicate at this time of the healing process and strenuous exercise should be avoided. However, if you are becoming tired of resting and want to resume a semblance of an active lifestyle during recovery, there are options available to you. The following list of safe core exercises after a spinal fusion has been put together for…
What Is A Brain Tumour? A tumour is classified as an irregular growth of cells inside the body. Brain tumours affect the brain or surrounding tissues in the skull. Some are benign (harmless), others are malignant and can cause serious health concerns. Metastatic brain tumours begin as cancer in other parts of the body and spread to the brain. Both of these can result in impaired brain function and evenbe fatal if left untreated. Despite…
