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Degenerative disc disease is mainly an age-related condition. As we get older, our bodies naturally dry out and lose water content. For our spinal discs,
During annular tear treatment, you may be advised to make certain lifestyle changes that can help improve your overall health. One such change is to
An annular tear is a degenerative spinal condition that can produce painful symptoms. Most often the result of the natural spinal degeneration that occurs as
Tendonitis, also spelled tendinitis, is an injury caused by inflammation and damage to tendons. In the body, tendons are tough flexible pieces of cartilage that
Spinal nerve decompression surgery is a treatment option for relieving chronic pain related to nerve compression. By removing the damaged or displaced tissue that is
The lumbar (lower) spine is a common area for conditions to develop because it is responsible for supporting the weight of the upper body. As
A pinched nerve is a general term for nerve compression. This can happen nearly anywhere there are nerves in the body, particularly the spine. This
A bulging disc is a spine condition that occurs when a disc, the spongy material between vertebrae that acts as a shock absorber for the
When weighing out the options of surgical procedures, it is important to be knowledgeable about the recovery process. After surgery for an annular tear, there
Bones spurs, or osteophytes, are naturally occurring growths that occur as a result of bone-on-bone friction. Often associated with arthritis, bone spurs are an attempt
Physical therapy is one of the most effective treatment options for individuals suffering from an annular tear. This conservative treatment can lead to significant benefits
An annular tear can lead to a variety of symptoms, including sciatica. This condition occurs when the outer shell of a spinal disc breaks open.
The tough, rubbery discs that stabilize and support the spine are prone to injury and damage with time. Two of the most common spinal disc
Bulging discs occur when a weakened spinal disc bulges out of its normal perimeter in the spine, often due to the natural aging process. When
Lower back pain can take many forms, from a simple muscle strain to symptoms from a herniated disc. One issue many people with back pain
A nerve stimulator implant, also known as a spinal cord stimulator implant, is a device that sends gentle electrical impulses to the spinal cord. The
People with an annular tear often find themselves with a lot of questions about treatment. One reason is an annular tear may sound like a
What is Chiropractic Decompression? Chiropractic decompression focuses on improving the spinal nerve function by diminishing pressure through manual adjustment and devices. Nerve compression is commonly
A bone spur, or osteophyte, is a small growth of excess bone that can develop just about anywhere in the body. However, these growths are
Physical therapy is a treatment option for individuals with functional or mobility problems including injuries, disabilities, or other health conditions. Whether used during conservative therapy
Spinal stenosis, the medical term for narrowing in the spinal column, is a very common condition. It affects hundreds of thousands of people in the
A rotator cuff tear is a common shoulder injury that affects approximately two million people a year in the U.S., according to the American Academy
Blood flow restriction training (BFRT) is a physical therapy technique designed to improve muscle strength. It’s performed by placing an external cuff over the upper
What is Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome? Tarsal tunnel syndrome occurs in the tunnel of the inside of our ankles. This condition develops when the tibial nerve