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Exercises to Avoid with Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
If you have lumbar spinal stenosis, the goal while exercising is to keep the spine in a "neutral" or slightly flexed (forward-leaning) position. However, many standard exercises do the exact opposite, forcing the lower back into an arch that can trigger a flare-up.
What to know about herniated disc surgery
A herniated disc occurs when the soft center layer of a spinal disc, called the annulus fibrosus, tears or ruptures. This allows the inner gel-like portion of the disc, called the nucleus pulposus, to push through into the spinal canal. The type of surgery a person has for a herniated disc depends on factors such as the location of the herniated disc, the severity of the pain, and the disability it causes.
What’s Causing Your Stiff Back and How Can You Relieve It?
A stiff back can be caused by muscle strain, poor posture, or underlying conditions like arthritis. Treatment is based on the underlying cause and may involve rest, pain medication, physical therapy, and in some cases, surgery.
Why Aren’t Artificial Discs the Standard Yet?
For many patients struggling with chronic neck or back pain, the question seems straightforward: if a damaged spinal disc can be replaced while preserving motion, why isn’t that the standard treatment?
