Recovery after lumbar arthrodesis surgery

Lumbar arthrodesis is a procedure that can be used to relieve certain types of back pain when other treatments have failed. Nowadays, because there are new ways to perform this surgery using minimally invasive techniques, the patient’s recovery process is much faster and easier than in the past. 

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10-02-2025

International Epilepsy Day: Everything you need to know

Epilepsy is a brain disease characterized by a predisposition to recurrent seizures.

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31-01-2025

Do you have pain in your neck and arms? Find out if these types of pain are related.

Do you have pain in your neck and arms? Find out if these types of pain are related. If you have pain in your neck and your arms, you may be surprised to learn that they may be related to the same cause. When a person has both of these symptoms, it can be indicative of a condition in the cervical spine called cervicobrachialgia. This is the medical term for pain that originates in the cervical region of the spine...

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17-01-2025

Can a disc herniation disappear on its own?

People often ask if a disc herniation can 'heal' by itself or disappear. What’s important to know, is that there are measures to reduce the pain and other symptoms of this condition. When someone is diagnosed with the spinal injury known as a disc herniation, they often want to know if it’s possible that the disc herniation will just go away on its own.

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08-01-2025

Normal pressure hydrocephalus: symptoms, causes, and treatment

Normal pressure hydrocephalus in adults is associated with a variety of symptoms, which can mean its diagnosis is often delayed. A delayed diagnosis can affect the progression of the disease, and consequently, the patient’s quality of life. This is why it so important to be aware of the primary symptoms of normal pressure hydrocephalus.

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11-12-2024

Is there a relationship between Parkinson's and life expectancy?

Parkinson's and life expectancy do not always have a direct relationship. In fact, Parkinson’s is considered to be a chronic disease, and currently, there are very effective treatments that can be used to manage symptoms and improve quality of life.  

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05-12-2024

Benefits of Physical Therapy for the Back

Back pain can be very disabling. It can limit your mobility and make it a challenge just to perform everyday activities. Physical therapy can help relieve pain, improve the ability of your spine to function correctly, and aid in the prevention of future injuries.

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