A recent study published by Boston University has found out that lumbar spinal stenosis affects 4.71% of the general population, wihch seems like a very low number. However, 47.2% of individuals in the 60-69 age group have lumbar spinal stenosis on their MRI scan, which is a significant number. The individuals that actually are diagnosed [...]
Mail this post Failed back surgery syndrome is the term used to describe recurring or persistent pain in the back or legs following a lumbar spine surgery.
Often, surgery is used to fix an anatomical problem, such as a herniated disc pushing on a nerve. Unfortunately, even in the hands of the most skilled surgeon, some patients will [...]
Mail this post In adolescents back pain may begin as the bones shift and become irritated because of their abnormal connection in the spine. Children who are active in sports and athletic activities will experience instability related to a lack of connection in the back bones that will start to be painful.
X-rays, taken at this time, may [...]
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