Spine & Smoking

Spine & Smoking

What are the effects of smoking on Back Health? Smoking has several harmful effects on the spine, leading to chronic pain and long-term degeneration. Nicotine constricts blood vessels, reducing oxygen and nutrient supply to spinal discs, which accelerates their...
Spine & Web

Spine & Web

What is Arnold-Chiari Malformation?  Arnold-Chiari malformation is a neurological condition in which the cerebellar tonsils descend into the spinal canal through the foramen magnum. This displacement can cause inflammation of the arachnoid membrane, leading to...
Spine & Girdle pain

Spine & Girdle pain

What is thoracic girdle pain?  Thoracic girdle pain refers to discomfort in the thoracic spine, typically caused by irritation of the thoracic nerves. It is characterized by *pain radiating from the back to the front of the chest*, creating a sensation similar to...
Spine & Paraplegia

Spine & Paraplegia

What is Spinal paraplegia? Spinal paraplegia refers to paralysis of the lower half of the body due to damage or dysfunction in the spinal cord. It typically results from spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, or congenital conditions, affecting movement and...
Spine & Dripping wax

Spine & Dripping wax

What is Hyperostosis, and how does it affect the spine? Hyperostosis is a condition marked by excessive bone formation, commonly associated with disorders such as Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis (DISH), Melorheostosis, and Leri disease. It primarily affects...