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Comprised of many different parts, the complex nature of the spine provides us with a frame that allows mobility while maintaining stability. These opposing demands are such that the spine is extremely vulnerable to injury and prone to wear and tear over the years. Back pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal ailments seen by orthopedists – 80% of the population experiences some form of back pain at some point in their lives. The spinal cord, nerves, disks, vertebrae, muscles, and ligaments in the back are susceptible to strains, sprains, fractures, dislocations, and osteoporosis. The lumbar spine (lower back) is especially at risk of pain and injury, as our mobility and strength stem from the movements made possible by its unique structure. Expand Description |
Chronic spine conditions such as scoliosis, spinal stenosis, kyphosis, and ankylosing spondylitis can also affect mobility and appearance, and are countered with treatments ranging from medication to minimally invasive surgical techniques and spinal fusion surgery. At Hospital for Special Surgery, world-renowned orthopedic surgeons are correcting and repairing some of the most challenging conditions of the spine. The physicians of the HSS Spine Service have pursued subspecialty training in the field and have focused their expertise on patients who suffer from congenital or acute spinal disorders as well as from chronic back problems. To learn more about the spine and the surgical treatment options available to restore mobility and ease back pain, access the articles, audio clips, and video programs listed below. Minimize Description |
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| Your Diet and Preparing for Surgery |
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| A Brief Overview of Physiatry, Electrodiagnostics, and Injections |
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| Guidelines to Help Reduce the Side-Effects of NSAIDs (Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents) |
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