Piriformis Syndrome
Introduction Piriformis Syndrome is defined as a neuromuscular disorder that occurs when the piriformis muscle compresses or irritates the sciatic nerve, the largest nerve in the body. The piriformis muscle is a narrow muscle found…
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Spinal Stenosis
IntroductionSpinal stenosis is a medical condition characterized by the narrowing of the spinal canal that occurs when excessive growth of bone and/or tissue reduces the size of the openings in the spinal bones. The process…
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Whiplash
DefinitionWhiplash is defined as an injury to the soft tissues of the neck, usually caused by a sudden extension and flexion of the neck, a quick movement back and forth. Research indicates that up to…
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Exercises for lower back pain
IntroductionWhen an episode of low back pain lasts for more than six weeks, it becomes highly crucial for the patient to consider back pain exercises and physical therapy for treatment. Aims of Exercise Exercises for…
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Epidural
IntroductionAn Epidural Steroid Injection (ESI) is an anesthetic injection given into the epidural space in the spine, between the bony outer walls of the spinal canal and the membrane which covers the spinal cord. The…
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Facet joint injections
IntroductionFacet joints are defined as the small joints located in pairs at each segment on the posterior or back of the spine. These joints are a little larger than the size of the thumb nails…
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Kyphoplasty
What is Kyphoplasty?Kyphoplasty is a new minimally invasive technique in vertebral compression fractures. It is primarily performed for patients who suffer vertebral fracture due to diminished bone strength. Patients who benefit the most from kyphoplasty…
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COX2 Inhibitors
IntroductionThe cyclo-oxygenase 2 (COX-2) inhibitors are a new form of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) that are considered to produce fewer gastro-intestinal side effects than the older non-selective drugs. Successive data raised substantive concerns of an…
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