Back pain

25-11-2022

How do you know if your back pain is serious? Dr. Clavel responds.

Back pain may occur for a variety of reasons. In most cases, it is not serious and it goes away in a short time. However, there are other cases which require a visit to a specialist. Dr. Pablo Clavel explains what signs can tell you that your back pain may be serious. 

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18-11-2022

Degenerative disc disease at age 40: causes, symptoms, and treatments

When a doctor speaks of degenerative disc disease, it means that the intervertebral disc (there is one between each vertebra and the next), is losing its shape. The natural process of aging is one of the factors that can lead to this pathology. In the following article we discuss degenerative disc disease that appears at age 40. 

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07-10-2022

Radiofrequency of the dorsal root ganglion

Pulsed radiofrequency applied to the dorsal ganglion has the effect of altering the activity of a specific nerve root at the lumbar level. This procedure is indicated for treating pain in patients suffering from peripheral neuropathy. We explain more in this article.

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30-09-2022

How to stretch your lower back to relieve pain

Does your back hurt? Stretching can be your ally in keeping back pain away. In this article, we offer some guidelines on how to perform back stretches safely. 

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10-06-2022

What is lumbar disc disease and how can the pain be treated?

A person suffering from lumbar disc disease may find that it significantly restricts their ability to carry out normal daily activities. While this condition does not always require surgery, there are cases where surgery is the only solution. What, exactly, is lumbar disc disease and how do we treat it at Instituto Clavel? Read the following article to find out!

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18-02-2022

Causes of middle back pain

The middle area of the spine is the most rigid area of the back. It is estimated that one out of ten men and one out of five women suffer from middle back pain. What are the main causes of this kind of pain? Keep reading to find out more!

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