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Congenital Torticollis
Congenital torticollis, common in firstborn children, is typically diagnosed 6-8 weeks after birth. Children with a twisted neck are 10-20% more likely to have hip dysplasia (dislocation) at birth as...
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Thoracic or Lumbar Fracture of the Spine
A fracture of the thoracic spine or the lumbar spine is typically caused by a high-velocity accidents, such as falls, car crashes, sports injuries, and other violent acts.
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Herniated Disk
A herniated disk, also known as a “slipped,” “torn,” or “ruptured” disk, often results when we attempt to lift something.
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Kyphosis (Roundback) of the Spine
While the spine is somewhat rounded naturally, problems arise when this curvature becomes abnormal. This can cause “round-back,” also known as kyphosis of the spine or hunchback.
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Low Back Pain
According to the National Institute of Health, low back pain, or lumbago, impacts an estimated 80% of the entire population.
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Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Like various parts of our bodies, the spine changes through the years. As time passes, the spinal canal gradually narrows and a condition known as lumbar spinal stenosis may develop.
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Neck Pain
Neck pain can develop as a result of various causes including long hours of working or studying, physical activities, accidents and injuries, stress or sickness.
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Sciatica
Sciatica is a very common condition, especially in men and women between the ages of 30 and 50. The pain usually starts in the lower back or hips and then radiates into the back of the thighs and can...
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Spinal Cord Compression
This condition occurs as a result of the natural narrowing of the spinal canal. While some narrowing is normal, increased narrowing may compress the spinal cord causing a serious threat to general...
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Lumbar Microdiscectomy
A microdiscectomy is a surgical procedure performed to provide decompression for spinal stenosis. When a portion of a disc herniates, a portion of its material can press on the spinal nerves and...