The back is an important part of the body, but it can often be a source of pain for many people. Chronic back pain is believed to affect at least 80% of the population at some point in their lives. There are many causes for back pain, including cancer. The back is an important part of … Read more
You may have felt it before: That sudden strain of the neck, often followed by a sharp or tearing pain. Whiplash can happen for a variety of reasons, and can put a lot of stress on your neck and spine. But, what exactly causes whiplash? At Yashar Neurosurgery, we want you to have the best … Read more
Many people have gotten concussions in their lifetime, whether it be from playing sports, getting into an accident or other ways. While you may think this injury is not a big deal, it can be, so it is important to know the facts. Usually, this injury is not life-threatening, but they can still become a … Read more
When your back is causing you pain, sometimes it can be hard to go on with your normal, daily routine. Sometimes, you may just want to stay in bed because the pain can be debilitating. However, there is great news: research has shown that stretching is one of the best ways to relieve back … Read more
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
