One of the first questions many individuals have about scoliosis and Sports when they learn they or their children have scoliosis is, “Do I have to give up X sport?” There are several … [Read more...] about Scoliosis and Sports: Safe & Unsafe Exercises for Scoliosis
Spine Health
Post-laminectomy Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes & Management
Are you wondering what Post-laminectomy Syndrome is? Why does it occur and what are its signs? Read on this article and you will find the answers to these questions. Fixing deformed structures, … [Read more...] about Post-laminectomy Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes & Management
Laminoforaminotomy – What You Need to Know
Did you know that laminoforaminotomy increases the spinal canal’s diameter by up to 50%? That’s right! Even though it’s a big word, it's a simple surgical process in which the lamina and foramen … [Read more...] about Laminoforaminotomy – What You Need to Know
Foraminal Stenosis or Foraminal Narrowing – All You Need to Know
Did you know, about half of the middle and old-aged population has some kind of spinal stenosis? And the occurrence of foraminal stenosis is just as common! In fact, foraminal stenosis is itself a … [Read more...] about Foraminal Stenosis or Foraminal Narrowing – All You Need to Know
Mild, Moderate, and Severe Scoliosis – The Three Stages of Scoliosis
What is mild scoliosis? What is the difference between mild, moderate, and severe scoliosis? Is scoliosis treatable? What is the cause of scoliosis? Many questions pop up in our minds whenever we … [Read more...] about Mild, Moderate, and Severe Scoliosis – The Three Stages of Scoliosis
Thoracic Dextroscoliosis and Thoracolumbar Dextroscoliosis
Did you know in mild thoracic dextroscoliosis, there are 22% chances for scoliosis to progress to severe form? However, you can save yourself from severe dextroscoliosis of the thoracic spine if … [Read more...] about Thoracic Dextroscoliosis and Thoracolumbar Dextroscoliosis
Dextroscoliosis: Definition, Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Have you ever seen someone leaning more towards the right side? Did you ever wonder which medical condition could that be? Well, let’s make it easy for you! A spine with an abnormal curve towards … [Read more...] about Dextroscoliosis: Definition, Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Levoscoliosis: Definition, Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Did you know according to the National Scoliosis Foundation, around two to three percent of people have scoliosis in the US alone? This makes up for 7 million US population. That’s a huge … [Read more...] about Levoscoliosis: Definition, Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Scoliosis and Pregnancy – Can Scoliosis Affect Pregnancy?
According to recent reports, most women can handle scoliosis and pregnancy together and there are no major pregnancy-related complications either. Scoliosis is a disease of a curved spinal cord … [Read more...] about Scoliosis and Pregnancy – Can Scoliosis Affect Pregnancy?
Scoliosis Surgery Recovery – What to Expect After the Surgery?
Scoliosis is a medical condition that refers to an abnormal curvature of the spine. And knowing about scoliosis surgery recovery is very important. Why? You will know that in a short while. The … [Read more...] about Scoliosis Surgery Recovery – What to Expect After the Surgery?
Is Scoliosis Hereditary? Is Scoliosis Genetic? Let’s Find Out
Did you know approximately one out of two people have scoliosis which is mild and requires no treatment? However, three out of 1000 children require medical attention. You might not know this but … [Read more...] about Is Scoliosis Hereditary? Is Scoliosis Genetic? Let’s Find Out
Different Types of Scoliosis and Types of Scoliosis Curves
Did you know that according to the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, scoliosis affects 2 to 3% of the population in the US alone, which makes up around six to nine million … [Read more...] about Different Types of Scoliosis and Types of Scoliosis Curves
Yoga for Spinal Stenosis – The Most Effective Yoga Poses
Are you irritated by the consistent back pain and numbness? Do you want to get rid of back pain without ingesting tons of medicines and any surgery? Don’t worry! Here are a few yoga poses for … [Read more...] about Yoga for Spinal Stenosis – The Most Effective Yoga Poses
Spinal Stenosis Exercises to Avoid Along with Other Activities
Did you know there are a few spinal stenosis exercises that harm the spine making the condition worse rather than improving it? This is why it is important to know about the spinal stenosis … [Read more...] about Spinal Stenosis Exercises to Avoid Along with Other Activities
Spinal Stenosis and Walking Problems – Is Walking Good for Spinal Stenosis?
Have you ever wondered whether spinal stenosis and walking problems are somehow interrelated? Is walking good for spinal stenosis? Walking is important, and we all know that. But why do the doctors … [Read more...] about Spinal Stenosis and Walking Problems – Is Walking Good for Spinal Stenosis?
How to Sleep With a Herniated Disc – The Best and the Worst Sleeping Positions
Herniated disc patients often have so many questions in mind. How to sleep with a herniated disc? What is the best-herniated disc sleeping position? What should you not do with a herniated … [Read more...] about How to Sleep With a Herniated Disc – The Best and the Worst Sleeping Positions