by Dr. Ramachandran G | Feb 21, 2025 | Bringing "Back Health"
Is running a beneficial exercise for the spine? Long-term running positively impacts the health of intervertebral discs by enhancing their water and proteoglycan composition, leading to disc hypertrophy. It also strengthens the vertebral body’s bone and...
by Dr. Ramachandran G | Feb 21, 2025 | Bringing "Back Health"
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...
by Dr. Ramachandran G | Feb 20, 2025 | Bringing "Back Health"
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...
by Dr. Ramachandran G | Feb 20, 2025 | Bringing "Back Health"
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...
by Dr. Ramachandran G | Feb 20, 2025 | Bringing "Back Health"
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...
