Bringing “Back Health”

What is the recommended duration of bed rest for back pain? While bed rest and analgesics are commonly prescribed as...

What is spinal fusion surgery? Spinal fusion is a surgical procedure in which two or more vertebrae in the spine are...

What is sacroiliac joint? The sacroiliac (SI) joint is a large synovial joint with restricted mobility, serving as the...

What is Spinal Osteoid osteoma? Spinal osteoid osteoma is a *benign bone tumor* characterized by a *small central...

What is the ligamentum flavum, and where does it attach in the spine?  The ligamentum flavum is an elastic...

What is Dropped Head Syndrome? Dropped Head Syndrome, also known as cervical kyphosis or "chin-on-chest" deformity,...

What is Gibbus or Kyphotic Deformity?  Gibbus deformity, also known as kyphotic deformity, is a spinal condition...

What are the layers of the spinal cord?  The spinal cord comprises two primary layers: the outer white matter and...

What is DISH? DISH, or Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis, is a condition where, instead of a decline in bone...

What can you give up this Good Friday? This Good Friday, consider letting go of indulgent high-calorie foods like...