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| Disc Herniation |
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| Between each pair of vertebrae in the spine are shock-absorbing inter-vertebral disc. Each disc has a strong outer ring (annulus), and a gelatinous center (nucleus pulposus).When the annulus tears, the soft nucleus can protrude into the spinal canal. This is called a herniated disc. Herniated discs can become very painful if the damaged disc leaks fluid that cause the nerve roots to inflame. |
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| Spinal Stenosis |
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| Spinal stenosis is a condition in which the spinal canal is narrowed. Although stenosis can occur in all areas of the spine, it most commonly affects the lower spine. |
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| Degenerative Disc |
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| Between each pair of vertebrae in the spine are shock-absorbing inter-vertebral disc. With aging, these discs degenerate from routine “wear and tear". Also, over time repeated stresses and injuries can gradually result in “degenerative disc disease.” |
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| Spondylolisthesis |
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| Spondylolisthesis occurs when one vertebra slips forward in relation to an adjacent vertebra. |
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| Spine Compression Fracture |
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| The bones that form your spine are called vertebrae. When a vertebra breaks, it is called vertebral fracture. |
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| Scoliosis |
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| When viewed from the side, the spine has natural curves ("S"-like shape). In scoliosis, patients develop a curvature of the spine when viewed from the front or back. Orthopaedists measure the severity of scoliosis in degrees of curvature. |
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