Spine treatments

21-10-2021

Kyphosis: causes, symptoms, and treatments

Kyphosis is a forward curvature of the spine. In this article, our medical experts in spinal deformity explain what causes kyphosis, what the symptoms are, and how it can be treated. 

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04-10-2021

Spine surgery: in which cases is it recommended?

Spine surgery may be the most effective treatment for some pathologies that occur in this part of the body, but whether or not surgical treatment is recommended, and what type of surgery is recommended, will depend on the condition of the patient’s spine and a variety of other factors. The experts at Instituto Clavel tell you about it here. 

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30-09-2021

When is it necessary to use a scoliosis brace?

An orthopedic brace is one of the most effective treatment options for idiopathic scoliosis in children. Here, we explain what it is, which cases it is recommended for, and how it works. 

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06-09-2021

Lumbar disc replacement: advantages over fusion surgery

When a herniated lumbar disc requires surgery, at Instituto Clavel we are committed to using artificial disc replacement surgery (ADR) whenever possible, because of the advantages it offers to the patient. In this article, we explain in detail what those advantages are compared to the alternative of lumbar fusion surgery. 

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30-08-2021

C5-C6 cervical disc herniation: causes, symptoms and treatments

This article offers information about C5-C6 cervical disc herniation from the experts in spinal pathologies at Instituto Clavel. In this article we explain the main causes of this pathology, the symptoms, and the various treatment options. 

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19-08-2021

Lumbar Microdiscectomy: recovery and recommendations

Lumbar microdiscectomy surgery is a treatment for a herniated lumbar disc that compresses a nerve root. It is a minimally invasive spine surgery in which damaged tissue is removed. In this article, we describe the operation, and what to expect in the recovery process, including some recommendations to keep in mind. 

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