Lumbar pain

05-04-2023

Spinal canal stenosis surgery: recovery and risks

Canal stenosis occurs when the spinal canal becomes too narrow, placing pressure on the spinal cord and/or nerve roots. In this article, we will describe the procedure of spinal canal stenosis surgery, its risks, and the recovery process.

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29-12-2022

Piriformis syndrome: causes, symptoms, and treatments

Also known as false sciatica, piriformis syndrome is a pathology that can cause pain and a tingling feeling from the buttock to the knee.

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01-12-2022

These are the symptoms of spinal cord compression

Pain along the spinal column, weakness in arms or legs, and difficulty walking, are symptoms that should be taken seriously because they are symptoms that can be related to spinal cord compression. In the following article, we discuss this in more detail. 

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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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29-07-2022

What is lumbar radiofrequency and how effective is it for relieving pain?

Lumbar facet joint pain, that is, low back pain that has its origin in the facet joints, can be effectively treated through a minimally invasive therapeutic procedure. This treatment is known as thermal radiofrequency, and in this article we describe its application to the lumbar region, what it involves and how effective it is for treating pain. 

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