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Permanent Peripheral Nerve Stimulation for Chronic Cervical Neck Pain: A Case Report
Cervical neck pain is a prevalent and often debilitating condition that negatively impacts quality of life and functional ability.
Source: Cureus
Study finds durable pain relief at two years with Nalu peripheral nerve stimulation system
85% of patients achieved at least a 50% reduction in pain, with 28% experiencing an 80% reduction.
Source: MedicalEconomics
Assisted full-endoscopic spine surgery for lumbar spinal stenosis: Technical note and learning curve
Lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS) causes disabling back and radicular pain. Full-endoscopic spine surgery offers minimally invasive decompression, but uniportal and biportal approaches have limitations. Assisted full-endoscopic spine surgery (AFESS) combines the advantages of both techniques to enhance decompression while preserving facet joints.
Source: Brain and Spine
How To Sleep To Prevent and Relieve Neck Pain
Neck pain can result from certain sleeping habits, like sleeping on your stomach. Adjusting your position and pillow choice may provide relief.
Source: health
Excess Weight Increases Risk Of Low Back Pain, Researchers Find
Did holiday treats add a few extra pounds to your frame? If so, your risk for low back pain might have increased, as well, a new study says.
Source: HealthDay
Case Report: Nonsurgical management of painless cervical motor radiculopathy
This case demonstrates that epidural steroid injections can be an effective alternative to surgery for selected patients with painless cervical motor radiculopathy and severe motor dysfunction.
Source: Frontiers
Lumbar Epidural Steroid Injections for Chronic Spinal Pain: A Clinical Review of Efficacy and Evidence
Radicular pain and spinal stenosis are types of chronic lumbar spinal pain that contribute to major disability across the globe. Lumbar epidural steroid injections (LESIs) have been a primary intervention in these cases to reduce inflammation, relieve compressed nerve roots, and alleviate symptoms to avoid surgical treatments.
Source: Cureus
12 Exercises to Do After Low Back Surgery
Recovering from low back surgery can be challenging, but with the right exercises, you can regain strength and stability. Here are 12 exercises recommended by physical therapists to enhance your recovery following a lumbar laminectomy and discectomy.
Source: Verywell Health
What Does Spinal Cord Compression Feel Like?
Spinal cord compression-also called cervical spondylotic myelopathy (CSM)- is caused by any condition that puts pressure on the spinal cord. Symptoms may develop suddenly or gradually and may include pain or stiffness in the neck or back, balance issues, or a burning pain in the arms or legs.
Source: Verywell Health
How do you get rid of a lower back spasm?
Lower back spasms can be painful, but they are treatable. Certain remedies, stretches, and lifestyle changes can help reduce or get rid of back spasms.
Source: Medical News Today
