Experiencing pain following back surgery is normal and understandable as your bones, muscles, ligaments, and joints are manipulated during the back surgery to correct your problem. An orthopedic surgeon devises a pain control plan before the back surgery to decrease your suffering (pain), reduce complications, and enhance the overall results of your surgery. Understanding the…
Archives for July 2022
What Are the Nonsurgical Options for Spinal Stenosis Treatment?
According to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS), up to 11 percent of the population suffers from spinal stenosis – a chronic, degenerative condition that occurs when the spinal canal narrows and compresses the nerves traveling through the spine. The condition is most common among people over the age of 50. The symptoms of…
Can I Solely Rely on Medications for Herniated Disc Treatment?
A herniated disc, otherwise known as ruptured, bulging, or slipped disc, is a spine condition that commonly causes neck, back, and leg pain. Surprisingly, most people don’t develop symptoms of a herniated disc. Those who develop symptoms get better on their own or with some home-care measures and nonsurgical therapies. Most people believe that only…
Can Disc Degeneration be Reversed?
Disc degeneration is a natural part of aging. So, just like you lose your vision with aging and your hair turns gray, you can develop disc degeneration disease, especially after the age of 40, even if you don’t experience symptoms. Now the question is, just like you can get lenses and dye your hair, can…