Tethered Cord Syndrome is a lesser-known condition that affects the spine. It’s not widely discussed, but it has a big impact on the lives of people who suffer from it. This condition can greatly reduce the quality of life for those affected.
Cervical radiculopathy occurs when a nerve in the neck is compressed or irritated at the point where it branches away from the spinal cord.
Lumbar spine surgery fixes issues in the lower back through various surgical procedures. The lumbar region of the spine is a complex structure comprising spinal bones, discs, and nerves.
Chiari malformation is a problem in which a part of the brain (the cerebellum) at the back of the skull bulges through a normal opening in the skull where it joins the spinal canal.
A slipped disc, also known as a herniated disk, occurs when one of the rubbery cushions (discs) between the individual bones (vertebrae) that stack up to make your spine becomes damaged. The condition can lead to pain, numbness, or weakness in an arm or leg. However, some people may experience no symptoms at all.