The Epley maneuver is successful 90% of the time for cases of BPPV. There may be a recurrence rate of up to 15% in the first year after an episode. When vertigo persists, evaluation for any underlying structural problems of the brain, spinal canal, or inner ear may be necessary. Referen...
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You might also notice early signs of scoliosis in small ways. You could see a person leaning to one side or having legs that seem different in length. These signs may show there is a spinal curvature and need checking by a healthcare expert. ...
Hydrocephalus, also referred to as "fluid" or "water on the brain", is a condition where too much cerebrospinal fluid has built up in the skull. The increase of spinal fluid takes up space in the skull and puts pressure on the brain causing symptoms that manifest in different ways dependin...
In clinical trials, alendronate has been shown to reduce the risk of new spinal and hip fractures by 50%. Gastrointestinal problems, such as nausea, acid reflux symptoms, and constipation, are the most common side effects. You must take this medication first thing in the morning with a large...
Parkinson’s disease can cause a wide array of symptoms. The disease is perhaps best known for how it affects movement and balance, creating problems with tremor, rigidity, and slowed movement. People with Parkinson’s can also experience nonmotor symptoms that may lead to problems with ...
His clinical interests are in the management of patients with stroke, brain aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations, cavernous malformations, carotid artery disease, moyamoya disease, brain tumors, and spinal cord tumors. He performs both surgery and minimally invasive, endovascular procedures. Dr. Walc....
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Bruijns et al describe an intriguing study in "Effect of Spinal Immobilization on Heart Rate, Blood Pressure and Respiratory Rate" published in Prehospital and Disaster Medicine. It is important that we continue to examine the effects of spinal immobilization on our patients, and the authors' ...
Bleeding may also occur within the spinal canal and affect spinal cord function. Intra-abdominal bleeding may be hidden and present only with pain, but if there is enough blood loss, the patient may complain of weakness, lightheadedness, shortness of breath, and other symptoms of shock and ...