Lumbar Radiculopathy (Sciatica)
Conditions Lumbar Radiculopathy (Sciatica) OVERVIEW The spinal cord branches out to all parts of the body. The part of a nerve that connects to the spinal cord is called a nerve root. If one of these roots is injured or pinched, pain, weakness, numbness or tingling may be felt in the part of the body […]
Back Pain
Conditions Back Pain WHERE BACK PAIN BEGINS OVERVIEW Vertebral discs are the spinal column’s shock absorbers. The discs cushion the vertebral bones and allow the spine to twist and bend. Vertebral discs are composed of two main parts, a soft inner nucleus (nucleus pulposis) and a tough, fibrous outer wall (annulus fibrosis). DISC WALL WEAKENSVertebral […]
Cervical Radiculopathy
Conditions Cervical Radiculopathy A Cervical Epidural Steroid Injection is a Pain Management procedure used for treating Cervical Radiculopathy or neck pain and radiating shoulder and arm pain. The procedure provides pain relief by reducing the inflammation and swelling of the nerve roots as they exit your spine. The nerve roots that leave your neck area […]
What Is Minimally Invasive Back Surgery?
If you’ve been told you need to have surgery on your back, that doesn’t mean that you’ll be laid up for months or suffer extraordinary pain and discomfort. In fact, when you visit the Southeastern Spine Institute in Mt. Pleasant, SC for back surgery, you can expect to be mobile and active within a week […]
Managing Chronic Back Pain
Chronic back pain is defined as a persistent pain that affects your back for at least three months without improving or while getting progressively worse. This uncomfortable condition can seriously reduce your ability to function normally. Common everyday tasks — like getting in or out of a vehicle, carrying your groceries or even taking a […]
When to See a Spine Physician
Neglecting your back leads to a host of problems, from simple pain to infirmity. The muscles, ligaments, bones and discs in your back have phenomenal strength and durability, which allow you a full range of flexibility. The intricate arrangement enables you to: Walk Bend Sit Twist Lift heavy objects Maintain your posture Support body weight […]
The Best Sleeping Positions
Finding the best sleeping positions to fit the uniqueness of your body can make a major difference in how you feel when you wake up. As you age, the way you sleep directly influences the amount of pain your body feels. A good night’s sleep also serves to alleviate many age-related mobility problems. Being aware […]
Keeping Your Back Healthy During Daily Activities
Due to its crucial function in keeping you moving and flexible, your spine is vulnerable to injury and disease, which cause discomfort and pain. Your problems can worsen if you don’t have them treated by an experienced spine physician. You may develop chronic back pain, which is debilitating and a major cause of disability. When you’re […]
What Is a Pinched Nerve?
When a bone, cartilage, muscle or tendon press on a nerve, it causes pain, tingling, numbness or uncontrolled twitching. Pinched nerves can occur in your neck or back. Pinched nerve pain can radiate up or down your arms or legs. Sometimes, chest pain may be due to a pinched nerve. Always seek immediate medical help […]
First Signs of Back Problems
Back pain is one of the most common complaints that doctors encounter. Since it’s so common, many people tend to write it off and try home remedies when it first appears. If you begin a new exercise routine and feel sore the next day, rest and stretching may be all that’s required. But if you […]