Bringing “Back Health”

When should hot and cold compresses be used for back pain? Hot compresses work by increasing blood flow to the...

What is tailbone pain? Tailbone pain, also known as coccydynia, originates from the last spinal bone called the...

What are paraplegia and quadriplegia?Paraplegia refers to the inability to move and sense the legs, whereas...

What is scoliosis?In a normal spine, when viewed from the front, the spine appears straight. However, if the spine...

What changes occur in the spinal cord by the first birthday ? Children typically begin walking independently between...

What are spinal ligaments? Spinal ligaments consist of the anterior longitudinal ligament, posterior longitudinal...

What are Modic changes reported in an MRI?Modic changes occur when the spinal disc begins to malfunction or wear out....

What is a spinal foramen? A spinal foramen is a keyhole-shaped opening located on both sides of the spine. It is...

What are Schmorl's nodes? Schmorl's nodes are formed when the disc material from the spine protrudes into the...

What does the cervical spinal cord look like in cervical spondylotic myelopathy? The spinal cord is a delicate tissue...