Herniated Discs Herniated discs in the neck (cervical), back (lumbar), or more rarely in the mid-back (thoracic) are illness caused by degeneration of structures called discs located between the spinal bones, due to various reasons such as trauma, heavy lifting, excess weight, aging, poor posture, and genetic predisposition. Following the degeneration of the annulus of […]
View in DetailSpondylolisthesis (Spinal Dislocation) Spondylolisthesis, or spinal displacement, is the displacement of one or more vertebrae in the spine that are normally aligned, due to various reasons. This displacement can occur forwards, backwards, to the right, or to the left, affecting the neck, back, or lower back. It can occur in a single vertebra or multiple […]
View in DetailSpinal Stenosis (Spinal Canal Narrowing) Spinal stenosis mostly occurs due to degenerative changes associated with aging, which puts pressure on the spinal cord. As a person ages, the water content in the discs decreases, reducing disc height and narrowing the space between the vertebrae. The disc loses its flexibility and ability to absorb shocks to […]
View in DetailCarpal Tunnel Syndrome Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition that occurs when the median nerve, one of the major nerves in the hand, is compressed and subjected to pressure within a structure called the carpal tunnel at the wrist level, due to various reasons. Causes include repetitive hand and wrist movements (computer use, playing musical […]
View in DetailCubital Tunnel Syndrome Cubital tunnel syndrome is a condition that occurs when the ulnar nerve, one of the three main nerves in the hand, becomes compressed or exposed to pressure at the elbow region. The nerve travels between two bony protrusions on the inner side of our elbow and passes through a structure called the […]
View in DetailBrain Tumors The causes of brain tumors are not fully understood, but risk factors include radiation exposure, genetic disorders, a family history of tumors, diseases that affect the immune system, stress, and exposure to various environmental carcinogens. It is thought that brain tumors occur as a result of damage or improper function of specific genes […]
View in DetailPituitary Tumors Pituitary tumor occurs as a result of abnormal growth or proliferation of cells in the pituitary gland (an endocrine gland located in the brain). Depending on the type, size, and location of the tumor, various symptoms may occur. Pituitary tumors are divided into two groups: functional and nonfunctional tumors. Functional tumors cause hormonal […]
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