Spine & Overflow Incontinence

Spine & Overflow Incontinence

What is cauda equina syndrome? Cauda equina syndrome is a serious medical condition characterized by the compression of a bundle of nerves at the lumbar region of the spine. This condition can cause symptoms like the inability to control urine, particularly when the...
Spine & Pappad

Spine & Pappad

What is osteoporosis of the spine? Osteoporosis is a condition in which bones, which should be as strong as rock, become brittle like a pappad. The spinal vertebrae, which are predominantly composed of cancellous bone, are particularly affected by this condition and...
Spine & Handwriting

Spine & Handwriting

What are the early symptoms of cervical spinal cord compression ? Cervical myelopathy is a condition marked by significant compression/stenosis of the spinal cord in the neck. Early symptoms include numbness in the hands, changes in handwriting, difficulty grasping a...
Spine & School bag

Spine & School bag

What causes scoliosis to develop in school-going children? School children, particularly teenage girls, are more susceptible to developing scoliosis compared to other age groups. While carrying heavy school bags, sitting in abnormal postures, and other similar factors...
Spine & Liquor

Spine & Liquor

What happens when the cervical spinal cord is severely compressed?Severe compression of the cervical spinal cord can lead to a condition known as cervical myelopathy. This condition is characterized by clumsiness in walking, unsteadiness, and a wide-based gait,...