The sciatic nerve runs from the lower back down both legs to the feet. When this nerve gets irritated or compressed, it can result in a painful condition called sciatica. You may also feel a tingling sensation, numbness, or weakness from your hip down to your foot. (Usually, only one side is affected in sciatica.)…
Spinal injuries which are purely orthopedic (musculoskeletal) rather than affecting the spinal cord can take many forms, from hairline vertebral fractures to herniated discs to arthritis. An orthopedic spinal injury can be minor to severe, with minor back injuries possibly needing only noninvasive treatment (such as physical therapy) whereas severe injuries may warrant back surgery…
Sciatica is a painful condition that affects the sciatic nerve, causing swelling and numbness in the leg. This nerve is located in the lower back and branches to the buttocks and down the legs. Sciatica is usually a symptom of other conditions like herniated disc, bone spur, and spinal stenosis. Fortunately, most cases of sciatica…
Stenosis is a narrowing of the spaces within the spine, which can compress the spinal cord and nerves. It can produce symptoms that range from radiating pain, numbness, and weakness to gait problems, depending on the location of the narrowing. Cervical stenosis is a narrowing of the spinal canal in the neck region, while lumbar…
Lumbar disc herniation occurs when the integrity of one or more spinal discs in the lower back gets compromised due to aging, wear-and-tear, disease, or injury. The affected discs may bulge or even burst, pressing on the spinal cord. This pressure can cause pain or, in severe cases, paralysis. Fortunately, there are many herniated disc…
There are many back and neck health problems that have pain as a symptom. Some conditions cause temporary pain, such as whiplash. Once the injury heals, the pain goes away. Other conditions are incurable, such as osteoarthritis, and cause chronic pain. Many causes of chronic pain have to do with the musculoskeletal system. This is…
Severe back pain is the number-one cause of work absenteeism worldwide – it is a truly debilitating condition. In the U.S., almost 20% of adults report having a recent episode of back pain, particularly in the lower back. If you are able to have surgery to alleviate your back pain, you may be curious about…
Physical therapy aims to help patients improve their strength, balance, flexibility, and mobility, and to reduce or eliminate their pain levels. Doctors and surgeons often recommend physical therapy to their patients who have an illness, have suffered an injury, or are recovering from surgery. On a proactive level, sports doctors recommend physical therapy to athletes…
Bracing is a common non-surgical treatment for children with scoliosis or those with a curvature of the spine. The goal of treating scoliosis with a brace is to slow or stop the progression of the curve. Bracing is an option for some children, depending on several factors. The child’s age, the location of the curve,…
Sciatica pain can be debilitating. It’s the type of sharp, stabbing pain that travels from your lower back down your hip and leg. If you are feeling the symptoms of sciatica, you may be tempted to remain lying or seated the whole day. However, movement is one of the best things you can do to…
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