We all know that our spine is a vital part of our body. But what exactly makes it so important? Besides just keeping us upright, there are a few main functions that our spines are responsible for that our bodies cannot live without. Without our spines, many daily activities would be near impossible. For more … Read more
Abnormal growths found in the brain are called brain tumors, and they can be present at birth or develop over time. There are a few different types of brain tumors out there, all with their own unique symptoms and complications – and not all are cancerous. To get a better idea of the different type … Read more
When you think about it, how our brains learn really is amazing. Responsible for every function in our body, our brains do everything from memorizing complicated math equations to controlling functions in your body to learning how to cook the perfect bowel of ramen. When it comes to how our brains learn, all brains function … Read more
Though described by medical professionals as a mild form of traumatic brain injury (TBI), even the mildest of concussions can sometimes have serious effects ranging from short-term (lasting only a few hours or a couple of days) to severely long term (lasting for decades even after the original head trauma occurred).Concussions typically occur as the … Read more
For those with back pain, bone spurs are a common issue that often surfaces—an enlargement of normal bony structures in the back or neck areas that indicates that there is degeneration in the spine of an individual. The exact medical term for bone spurs is osteophytes, and basically, they are a radiographic marker of spinal … Read more
There are two common options for brain aneurysm treatments. Both involve some amount of risk. Coil Embolization For this procedure, a catheter is placed in the groin and runs up to the brain aneurysm. After that, tiny, soft platinum coils are placed in the aneurysm. A blood clot will form around the coil in order … Read more
Sleep has been a mystery for a long period of time though scientists have conducted countless hours of research to find out what is happening while our body rests. Research continues to find out what our mind and our body does during periods of rest. Sleep helps to reenergize the body’s cells, clear waste from … Read more
Though it is not known exactly what causes brain tumors, there are several risk factors that have been identified. What is a Brain Tumor? Abnormal cells that have collected in the brain are considered a tumor. They can either be malignant (cancerous) or benign (unlikely to spread). Because there is a limited amount of space … Read more
Sitting for long periods of time can be hard on the lower back. Without adequate back support, there tends to be a lot of stress on the lumbosacral discs. This leads to poor posture with the soft tissues and joints in the spine becoming stressed. Sitting in an office chair can put further stress on … Read more
Four out of every five people suffer from an achy back, as back pain has been cited as one of the most common complaints among Americans, with approximately 80% of all Americans having experienced low back pain at least once in their lives, according to the Mayo Clinic. Back pain can range from dull, constant … Read more
