Unbalanced Hips & Low Back Pain
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: August 7, 2014
Most people will experience some form of low back pain at some point in their lives. The causes of pain in the lower back are numerous. The underlying cause could be a pinched nerve in the spine, or a herniated disc. In this article we are going to focus on an underlying cause of back […]
Spina Bifida: Causes & Treatment Options
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: August 6, 2014
Spina Bifida is a permanently disabling birth defect that affects an infant’s spinal column. It can cause paralysis, nerve damage, and other disabilities if not treated effectively. In this post, we will talk about Spina Bifida, its causes, as well as the options for treating the defect. What is Spina Bifida? Spina Bifida is a […]
Urinary & Bowel Issues Related to Back Pain
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: August 5, 2014
Urinary and bowel issues should be taken very seriously as they can be a sign of a severe underlying condition. Many issues related to bowel control originate in the spine. In this article we will discuss the different conditions and injuries of the spine that can lead to loss of bladder control, and also talk […]
Can a Slipped Disc Cause Permanent Nerve Damage?
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: August 4, 2014
Slipped discs are one of the most common spine conditions that we treat. Patients who suffer from a slipped disc can experience pain (mild to severe) and possible nerve damage. Treatment options are various, with no “one size fits all” cure. Many patients who develop a slipped disc are most worried about nerve damage. Can […]
Can a Teenager Develop a Slipped Disk?
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: July 31, 2014
Slipped discs, also known as herniated discs, affect the spine and its surrounding structures. They can lead to mild to severe pain, and even muscle weakness and loss of mobility in extreme cases. We have already discussed the causes and symptoms of slipped discs, so we won’t get into that here. This post deals with […]
How to Work Out with Spondylosis?
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: July 30, 2014
Spondylosis is a fancy medical term for spinal arthritis (also known as osteoarthritis). This condition can cause patients a lot of pain. One of the best things you can do to relieve the pain caused by this condition is to remain active. But exercising with spondylosis can be difficult due to the pain and other […]
Can a Herniated Disc cause High Blood Pressure?
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: July 29, 2014
A herniated disc in the spine can cause a number of issues including pain, numbness, and decreased mobility. But can a herniated spinal disc lead to increased blood pressure levels? That is the question we tackle in this article. Slipped Discs We have talked in depth about herniated discs already on this site. As a quick […]
Can a Herniated Disc in the Low Back Cause Neck Pain?
Category: Back Pain, Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: July 28, 2014
We have talked about herniated discs at length on this site (read more here). Herniated discs can cause pain and numbness in the area surrounding the herniation. But can a herniated disc in the low back cause pain in the neck (or vice versa)? That is the topic for today’s blog. Herniated Discs A herniated […]
