A Chiari malformation is an abnormal growth where the brain tissue in the lower back part of your skull lengthens to your spinal canal. It occurs due to structural issues such as the small size of the skull. When there is no sufficient room in the skull, then part of...
Tuberculosis of the spine, or Pott’s disease, is one of the infectious diseases that is very rare and results in vertebrae collapse, leading to deformity or hunchback. It is named after Dr. Percivall Pott, the first person to give details about this condition during...
Neck pain is an unavoidable issue that can highly impact a person’s overall quality of life. When you have basic understanding of the elaborate relationship that exists between spinal issues and neck pain, it becomes easy to unveil the complicated interplay that...
In our spine, in between every bone, there is a disc which serves as a shock absorber and assists in cushioning the bones. But a herniated disc happens when these discs spread outside the capsule holding it and drive towards the spinal canal. A herniated disc can...
A spinal tumor is an atypical mass of cells within your spinal column or the spinal cord. These cells multiply fast and uncontrollably, unhindered by mechanisms that regulate the growth of normal cells. Spinal tumors can be non-cancerous or cancerous. These spinal...
Spinal nerve entrapment, also called pinched nerve or compressed nerve, is a kind of medical condition where a nerve in the spinal cord is compressed, damaged or irritated. It occurs because of pressure from nearby structures, such as bones, herniated discs, ligaments...
Degenerative disc disease is the breaking down or deterioration of one or more than one disc, which are present between the vertebrae of your spinal column. It’s not a disease but develops naturally as you age. The discs present between your vertebrae are rubbery,...
In recent years, various advancements in the medical sector have revolutionized spine surgery. One such innovative change is fusionless spine surgery, a less invasive method offering hope to millions of individuals suffering from spinal problems. It is used to treat...
Spine-related problems are on the rise in India, same as elsewhere across the world. It affects individuals of all age groups. The primary causes of spine issues include healthcare, overall lifestyle, and demographic factors. Some common spinal problems include back...
Vertebrae are the bones in your spine that are fused by articulations. They not only protect your spinal cord but also facilitate axial loading and support the limbs. Vertebral fractures occur because of wrong axial loading and dislocations due to trauma, falls, bone... 
