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Treatment of Lumbar and Thoracic Spine Fracture
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Symptoms of Lumbar and Thoracic Spine Fracture

A spinal fracture refers to a break or damage to the spine's vertebral bones. Fractures can occur in any part of the spine, but lumbar and thoracic fractures are the most common. These types of fractures can result from high-impact sports injuries, car accidents, or falls from a height.  Lumbar Spine Fracture Symptoms: Severe and Constant Pain: A sudden onset of severe and constant back pain is the most common symptom of a lumbar spine fracture. The pain may be localized to the lower back but can also radiate to the hips and legs. The pain may worsen with movement,...

Treatment of Lumbar and Thoracic Spine Fracture
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Treatment of Lumbar and Thoracic Spine Fracture

Treatment of Lumbar and Thoracic Spine Fracture Lumbar and thoracic spine fractures can be a severe and potentially life-changing injury, causing significant pain and limiting mobility. These fractures can lead to further complications, including nerve damage, spinal cord injury, and chronic pain if left untreated. Fortunately, with prompt medical attention and appropriate treatment, many individuals with spine fractures can fully recover and regain their quality of life.  Some treatment plans include: Immobilisation: One of the first steps in treating a spine fracture is immobilising the affected area to prevent further damage. This may involve wearing a brace or cast for...

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What to Expect with a Laminectomy in Singapore

A laminectomy procedure on the lower back is one of the most common procedures to treat spinal stenosis, a narrowing of space around the spinal cord. In a laminectomy, surgeons remove the lamina, a bony structure that protects the spinal cord, to relieve pressure causing neural issues and pain. Following a laminectomy surgery, orthopaedic care can aid in the recovery process and help you get back to feeling your best. Reasons for Undergoing a Laminectomy Essentially, a laminectomy is performed when other options to alleviate the problem fail to work - it is often a last resort. The spine is...

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Spinal Stenosis: Cause & Symptoms

Spinal stenosis is the result of the narrowing of free spaces in the spine. This will cause extra pressure to act onto the spinal cord and the nerves running through it. In majority of the cases, spinal stenosis affects the lumbar spine. This will eventually cause pain along the legs and make walking a difficult task to accomplish. Causes There are many different possible causes for spinal stenosis: As we grow older, our soft connective tissues such as the tendons and ligaments will start to harden and thicken. When this happens, spurs will start to develop and some may make...

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Stiff Neck – An Underlying Spine Disorder?

Stiff neck causes pain and discomfort when attempting to move your neck. It is often due to injury to the soft tissues and ligaments at the neck region. It is usually accompanied by pain and soreness in the neck, shoulder and arm. Symptoms can last for quite a fair bit of time and it can be relieved using medication or a warm compress. For cases whereby the symptoms go away in a couple of days, there isn't much of an underlying issue. Stiff neck can occur when you wake up after having slept in an awkward position for a long...

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4 Misconceptions About Epidural Steroid Injections

Epidural Steroid Injections (ESI) is commonly administered to patients suffering from lower back or leg pain. Lower back pain is due to the inflammation of spinal nerves, causing pain and discomfort to patients as the nerve passage is narrower compared to healthy patients. Corticosteroids are extremely strong pain relief medication that is injected directly into the area of concern, providing immediate relief. However, most patients undergo the procedure with the mentality that they will be "cured" from their lower back pain. This is a misconception of it and in fact, there are many more misconceptions out there about ESI. ESI...

By Admin SSOC 1 Comments Back Pain, Slipped disc, Spine Injury , , , , ,

What is Slipped Herniated Disc?

Our spine is composed entirely of bones called vertebrae and providing them with cushioning are small discs called the intervertebral discs. Over time, the intervertebral discs can lose their elasticity and will place the spine at a higher risk of injury. Pain in the spinal disc have many different terms, the common ones being "pinched nerve", "slipped disc" and "slipped herniated disc". The truth is, all of the terms refer to the same thing. Many patients who suffer from back pain, leg pain and the weakening of the lower core muscles are usually diagnosed as suffering from slipped herniated disc....

By Admin SSOC 0 Comments Back Pain, Hip Pain, Joint Pain, Knee Pain, Slipped disc, Spine Injury , , , , , , ,

Top 4 Occupations that Negatively Affects the Musculoskeletal System

Our musculoskeletal system consists of the bones, ligaments, tendons and many more that allows us to move around. Disorders to the musculoskeletal will affect our locomotion and will cause problems to our daily lives. Disorders are often due to cyclic stresses and strains caused by our daily activities. Some occupations have an increased risk for Musculoskeletal disorders and our shoulders, hands, neck and back are the ones that are usually affected. Carpet layers Carpet layers are workers who lay carpets for customers. They are required to be in a kneeling position for prolonged periods of times daily and they not...

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Difference Between Chiropractor and Orthopaedic Doctors

An unfortunate accident occurred one day while you were playing contact sports and that left you with a knee injury. You know that you need to consult a medical professional for this injury and you start to evaluate the options available. Should you go to an Orthopaedic doctor or should you go to a Chiropractor? Each has its own advantages. For some cases, chiropractic sports are great to treat certain injuries while some injuries fall outside the jurisdiction of chiropractic and only orthopaedic surgery can treat them. Who are Chiropractors and how do they treat an injury? First of all,...