by Dr. Ramachandran G | Feb 19, 2025 | Bringing "Back Health"
What is a spinal tumor? A spinal tumor or cancer is characterized by the abnormal, uncontrolled, infinite multiplication of tissues of the spine. These tissues can include nerves, bones, muscles, bone marrow, and more. Some specific types of spinal tumors are...
by Dr. Ramachandran G | Feb 19, 2025 | Bringing "Back Health"
When should hot and cold compresses be used for back pain? Hot compresses work by increasing blood flow to the application site, which helps relieve pain. On the other hand, cold compresses numb the area and constrict blood vessels. In cases of injuries where swelling...
by Dr. Ramachandran G | Feb 19, 2025 | Bringing "Back Health"
What is tailbone pain? Tailbone pain, also known as coccydynia, originates from the last spinal bone called the coccyx. It often occurs in women after childbirth due to the stretching of ligaments and joints. It can also result from a fall where one lands in a sitting...
by Dr. Ramachandran G | Feb 18, 2025 | Bringing "Back Health"
What are paraplegia and quadriplegia?Paraplegia refers to the inability to move and sense the legs, whereas quadriplegia is the inability to move and sense both the legs and hands. Spinal fractures, often resulting from road traffic accidents, are a common cause of...
by Dr. Ramachandran G | Feb 18, 2025 | Bringing "Back Health"
What is scoliosis?In a normal spine, when viewed from the front, the spine appears straight. However, if the spine develops an abnormal sideways curvature, resembling the shape of a “C” or “S” like a Snake, this condition is called scoliosis....
by Dr. Ramachandran G | Feb 17, 2025 | Bringing "Back Health"
What changes occur in the spinal cord by the first birthday ? Children typically begin walking independently between the ages of 9 to 18 months, often around their first birthday. This milestone is closely related to the myelination of the spinal cord and nerve...
