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The thoracic spine is located in the middle part of your spine, between the cervical spine in your neck and the lumbar spine in your lower back. It consists of 12 vertebral levels, classified as T-1 to T-12 (“T” for “thoracic”). Any injury to the thoracic spine is considered serious and may be permanent, but…
The hand’s complexity lends itself to a number of injury possibilities. Its structure of bone, ligaments, and muscles create a versatile, dexterous appendage that is capable of intricate movements. The 27 bones in the hand are divided into three major types: metacarpal, carpal, and phalanges. The long tubes surrounding the fingers are sheaths. Fourteen bones…
The spine is the long series of bones that surround the spinal cord, known as the vertebral column. The vertebral column is made up four parts. The neck is the cervical spine. The thoracic spine is comprised of the middle and upper back. The lumbar is the lower spine, and the sacral region is located…
The spine serves crucial functions in supporting the body and in protecting the spinal cord. Housed within the backbone is a bundle of nerves that coordinate electrical signals between the brain and the body. Since the spinal cord cannot regenerate once damaged, spinal injuries can leave a lasting, sometimes severe, impact on the patient’s lifestyle….
For people with spinal cord problems, they may suffer from severe back pain as well as a host of secondary issues. Chronic back pain is one of the leading causes of disability in the United States today. When a person has an issue in the spine, it can cause pain, numbness, and tingling in other…
As people age, the joints, bones, ligaments, and other structures in the body can wear out from overuse. One body part that seems to wear out most noticeably for many people is the back. The spine is always in use throughout our lives – whether we’re standing, walking, running, sitting, or even just lying down…
More than any other part of the body in the human musculoskeletal system, your spine is extremely important. Your spine is the main support of the body, and a determining factor of your overall health and well-being. Its anatomy facilitates movement and support of your head, back, ribcage, and limbs. It serves as a conduit…
The American Chiropractic Association reports that Americans spend about 50 billion dollars a year on treating back pain. Back pain is a top medical complaint, and virtually all adults will seek attention for back pain at some point in their lives. Furthermore, the spine is highly prone to injury because it is subject to many…
When it comes to different types of pain, chronic back pain is one of the most commonly diagnosed type of pain. Research states that 80 percent of people will have back problems at some point in their lives, the most common being low back pain, which is noted as being a main cause of disability…
Should I use ice or heat for neck pain? This is a question commonly asked by many patients during consultations, when they need pain relief for treating pain in their neck, shoulders, or back. To be truthful, the answer is both. However, having a better understanding about each treatment is needed before trying anything for…
