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The decision to proceed with any surgery is not an easy choice, a spinal surgery is no different. You must consider a variety of factors
Patients with a herniated disc are often surprised to learn that this condition is causing symptoms that can include neck pain, back pain, leg pain,
The reason for this is the body’s muscles are highly interconnected. Tight muscles in one place can pull on muscles in another area, creating a chain reaction that leads to pain and mechanical issues. This is why lower back stretches are an important and commonly recommended part of treatment for back pain.
A collapsed disc is most commonly associated with an age-related condition called degenerative disc disease. This is a very common condition, affecting well over half the population over the age of 60 according to research.