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Lumbar Degenerative Disc Disease Treatment
Lumbar degenerative disc disease treatment includes medications, therapy, exercise, and, in severe cases, surgery.
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Understanding L5-S1 Spinal Fusion Animation
Learn what the L5-S1 segment is, why fusion may be necessary and the surgical approaches used to stabilize this part of the spine.
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All About Neck Pain
Neck pain arises from poor posture, muscle strain, or injury in the cervical region. Ergonomics and exercises aid prevention and relief.
What Is the McKenzie Method for Back Pain and Neck Pain?
The McKenzie Method is a type of physical therapy and exercise that centralizes pain, and then focuses on self-healing techniques, including exercise.
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Lumbar Microdiscectomy Surgery Video
Informative video on how microdiscectomy (lumbar decompression back surgery) is performed to relieve pain caused by a lumbar herniated disc.
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Spinal Motion Segment: L4-L5 Animation
The L4-L5 spinal motion segment is located in the lower portion of the lumbar spine and consists of L4 and L5 vertebrae, and the anatomical structures connecting them.
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L5-S1 Isthmic Spondylolisthesis Animation
A fractured isthmus may sometimes lead to a forward slippage of the vertebra, known as isthmic spondylolisthesis, which most commonly occurs at the L5-S1 spinal segment.
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Spinal Motion Segment: C5-C6 Video
The C5 C6 spinal motion segment helps provide neck flexibility, supports the upper cervical spine and head, and protects the spinal cord and nerve pathways.