Osteoporosis is a condition that occurs when your bones become thinner and weaker, increasing your risk of breaking. Bones are living tissues that constantly undergo changes to maintain their strength. Osteoporosis causes bone tissue to break down faster than new bone can be formed. This results in weak, brittle bones that are more likely to fracture (break)....
Kyphoplasty is most commonly used to treat patients who have compression fractures of the spine.This problem is commonly seen in the patient population suffering from Osteoporosis The procedure involves injecting specially designed cement into the damaged vertebrae. This helps to hold the vertebrae together and prevent further damage. ...
The vertebrae that make up your spinal column are stacked one on top of the other. The column is made up of seven cervical spine bones, twelve thoracic spine bones, five lumbar spine bones, the sacrum, and finally the coccyx at the base. ...
A disc is a soft tissue made of cartilage that sits between the vertebrae. It acts as a shock absorber and allows for mobility of the spine. When the discs are damaged, the result can be back pain. ...
The Center for Spine & Pain Medicine (CSPM,) a leading interventional pain management provider serving the communities of North Georgia and the Tennessee Valley, is pleased to announce the availability of the Vertiflex Interspinous Spacer for treating pain related to Lumbar Spinal Stenosis (LSS) at its facilities....
The Center for Spine & Pain Medicine (CSPM) is proud to announce the launch of its new brand identity and website; cspmpain.com. As a leading interventional pain management provider serving the communities of North Georgia and the Tennessee Valley, the Center for Spine & Pain Medicine takes a uniquely comprehensive and holistic approach to serve patients in the greater Dalton and Gainesville, GA and Chattanooga, TN areas, providing exceptional pain management care....
Why Swimming? Cardio is a distant dream for many people recovering from injuries or surgeries, although their desire to lead an active lifestyle is as strong as ever. They miss running, jogging, and being active in general because these activities cause pain when they attempt them. The alternative? Swimming. ...
Many people think that chronic pain is genetic. It's usually a difficult conversation to have, but it's important to ask. Let's start with the basics. Chronic pain is an umbrella term that covers pain that lasts longer than three months or is severe enough to interfere with daily activities. It can be caused by injuries or other chronic conditions like arthritis, diabetes or depression. ...