Your spinal column comprises individual vertebrae, of which each is protected by a cushion called a herniated or spinal disc. This disc prevents the friction of bones against one another. Usually, the outside of this disc is hard while the [...]
A magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan is a highly detailed image that can show the soft tissues in your body. It uses radio waves and a strong magnetic field to generate images of specific organs, soft tissue, and bones without [...]
Unless you’ve had a car accident or another traumatic event resulting in severe bodily injury, you probably don’t think about your spine daily. It’s not like it hurts all the time. In fact, unless you have an injury or disease [...]
For those experiencing back pain, you probably realize just how grueling it can be. Back pain, especially chronic back pain, can make everyday aspects of your life challenging. For some, back pain is caused by a specific back injury, but [...]
