More than 8 out of every 10 people suffer from one or more episodes of back pain during their lifetime. Hundreds of thousands of back surgeries are performed each year. It is one of the most common.. more
Research has shown that the most problems occur in the 30 – 40 age group more
Your spine is made up of 5 specific sections. These are:
- The Neck (Cervical) Spine with 7 Vertebrae.
- The Shoulders to the Waist(Thoracic) Spine with 12 Vertebrae.
- The Lower Back (Lumber)..
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The spine is made up of 24 specially shaped bones called vertebrae. They are stacked one on top of the other, with the larger ones in the lower back section so as to support and carry the weight of.. more
They are attached to muscles, ligaments and the disc in between each vertebra. more
This curve is natural and should be maintained in that form by correct posture. The specific curvature makes the spine much stronger than if it were straight. In addition to which, the discs in betw.. more
What is commonly known as the “Disc” is the Intervertebral Disc which sits between each vertebra. They are gristle-like ligaments surrounding a jelly-like center. The front wall which faces to your.. more
The disc acts like a shock absorber and allows the spine to do all the movements that it makes day in and day out. more
Other than through an accident, the major cause is bad posture and lack of knowledge of how to walk, run, lift, carry, push, pull, lie, stand and so on. The disc can tear, in which case the jelly-li.. more
In most instances, the symptoms and disability from a herniated disc may subside over time and with the correct treatment. The problem will be if the symptoms persist. At this stage surgery may be r.. more