The human spine has two curves that help to carry the weight of the arms, trunk, and neck in a properly balanced way. The pelvis is joined to the spine curves as they are slightly backward. This spine curve is called lordosis. The curves slightly forward at the chest...
The spine is one of the most difficult areas to operate with a good post-operative outcome. Compared to other orthopedic surgeries, for example, knee replacement, a greater number of post-operative patients continue to have unpleasant symptoms that often require pain...
Contrary to popular belief, pain is not merely a symptom but also a chronic condition that you sometimes have to live with. In some cases, there is an underlying condition that causes the pain such as fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, cancer, etc. but in other...
It is not always necessary for cancer to be accompanied by pain, but in most cases, it does especially if the tumor has invaded surrounding tissues or metastasized. This pain can be due to the tumor pressing on surrounding bones, blood vessels, nerves, or other...
A physiatrist (fizz ee at]’ trist) is a physician (MD or DO) specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation. Physiatrists treat a wide range of problems from sore shoulders to spinal cord injuries. They see patients in all age groups…
The neck is the most delicate yet focal supportive part of a body as it creates a connection between the skull and backbone of your body; made up of vertebrae and extending from skull to torso. Neck has got muscles, bones and ligaments that support the movement of the...
