Lumbar spinal stenosis(in the lower back) may cause gait problems due to foot drop. The condition may also cause weakness in thigh and leg muscles, such as the quadriceps and the calves. Cervical spinal stenosis(in the neck) with spinal cord compression may cause difficulty in maintaining bala...
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' ...
In addition to an MRI, additional procedures may also be required to help confirm a diagnosis, such as a spinal tap, also called a lumbar puncture, to test cerebrospinal fluid. When MS is present, the fluid often has a higher concentration of a certain type of immune proteins. Shoemaker ad...
Jones, but it remains unclear why some locations in the brain and spinal cord are affected more commonly than others.Tremor is just one of several symptoms considered to be “less common” among people with MS, even though 25 percent to 58 percent of people living with the disease experience...
Kissing Spines, otherwise known asSpinous Process Impingement or Overriding Dorsal Spinous Processes, refers to when the flanges of the spine touch or rub each other. The flanges, or spinal processes, are the long, thin part of the bone that jut up from the spine to the back. ...
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...
The brain is made of soft tissue. It's cushioned by spinal fluid and encased in the protective shell of the skull. When you have a blow or bump to your head, the impact can jolt yourbrain. Sometimes, it literally causes it to move around in your head. Traumatic brain injuries can cau...
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 ...
There are3 main Nadisin the subtle body along the spinal cord: Ida (left side), Pingala (Right side), and Sushumna Nadi (Central). 7 Chakras are the converging point of Ida and Pingala Nadiswhich are the source of Sun and Moon energy in the body. Joining sun and moon energy at these...
While these are some common symptoms of hip dysplasia, an X-ray from your veterinary technician can determine the true cause. The disease is clearly visible on X-rays, as you can see how the thighbone and hip socket deteriorate over time. Dogs whose mobility is impacted by hip pain can ...