by Dr. Ramachandran G | Aug 8, 2025 | Bringing "Back Health"
What is “shoulder presentation” in a disc prolapse? In disc prolapse, the nerve root exits the dural sac much like an arm extending from the body. When the disc herniates, it often pushes out just to the side of where the nerve joins the dural sac—this is called a...
by Dr. Ramachandran G | Jul 26, 2025 | Bringing "Back Health"
Why do some people lean forward while walking, especially as they age? When the lumbar spinal canal becomes narrowed—a condition known as spinal stenosis—it can compress nerves and lead to pain or cramping in the legs, particularly after walking a short distance. This...
by Dr. Ramachandran G | Jul 20, 2025 | Bringing "Back Health"
What Is Mushroom-Type OPLL in Cervical Myelopathy? Mushroom-type OPLL (ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament) is a unique spinal condition where excess bone growth protrudes into the spinal canal, resembling a mushroom on CT or MRI scans. This can lead...
by Dr. Ramachandran G | Jul 20, 2025 | CASE STUDIES
A 65-year-old postmenopausal woman with severe osteoporosis suffered a fall that led to an osteoporotic spine fracture, diagnosed and treated six months ago with vertebroplasty. Initially, her recovery was smooth and promising. However, due to the absence of...
by Dr. Ramachandran G | Jul 20, 2025 | CASE STUDIES
Teenage disc prolapse is a rare but serious spinal condition—distinct from the degenerative disc issues often seen in adults. Recently, Dr. Ramachandran, a leading spine specialist in Bengaluru, successfully treated two adolescent boys diagnosed with lumbar disc...
