An individual could sustain a back injury from various activities, such as sports, bending over in the garden or a car accident. According to MedLine Plus, the most common area for back injuries is in the lower back (lumbar) region. The types of injuries someone might sustain in his or her lifetime include fractured vertebrae,… Read More
Study Suggests Diet Rich in Omega-3 Fatty Acids Can Reduce Spinal Cord Injury Pain
Spinal cord injury is a devastating condition that can change a person’s life. An individual with spinal cord injury may experience chronic neuropathic pain, which is “a type of chronic pain that occurs when nerves in the central nervous system become injured or damaged,” according to the American Chronic Pain Association. This pain is traditionally… Read More
Study Suggests Spinal Fluid Might Reveal Early Signs of Multiple Sclerosis
Approximately 2.1 million people suffer from multiple sclerosis worldwide, according to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Multiple sclerosis, a condition that affects the brain and spinal cord, is characterized by damage of the myelin sheath, “the material that surrounds and protects nerve cells,” according to MedLinePlus. The symptoms of multiple sclerosis are caused by this… Read More
Catchers Experience More Concussions than Other Major League Baseball Players, Data Shows
The media has placed a lot of attention on the National Football League for reports of the dangers of concussions and other severe head injuries dealt to thousands of current and former players. Now, the media’s attention is shifting to Major League Baseball for similar reports of concussions. According to USA Today, there have been… Read More
More Females Experience Catastrophic Injuries from Cheerleading than from other Activities, Data Shows
Cheerleading is a popular activity among many adolescents and young adults. While the activity began as a way for individuals to cheer on a sports team, cheerleading has evolved into a mixture of cheering, dancing and gymnastics reminiscent of the popular movie “Bring It On.” Due to some of the difficult and dangerous maneuvers done… Read More
Study Reveals Readmission Common After Spinal Fusion Surgery
Spine deformities can occur later in life and lead to extreme pain or discomfort. Some patients who have a spine deformity, which may include kyphosis and Scheuermann’s disease, may want to undergo spinal fusion surgery to correct the deformity and increase mobility, according to Spine Health. There are certain risks associated with the procedure. According… Read More