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As our central support structure, the spine goes through everyday stress to make it possible for us to stand upright and move freely. Despite its strength and flexibility, it is not invincible, and over time, it can develop injuries and conditions that compromise its functionality and cause uncomfortable symptoms. Fortunately, spine surgeons can diagnose, treat,…
Your spine keeps you upright and protects the spinal cord and nerves that send signals from your brain to other parts of your body. It has three major sections: cervical, thoracic, and lumbar, which have different functions. The lowest region, known as the lumbar spine or your lower back, serves as the bearer of the…
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 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 spinal cord is very sensitive to injury. Unlike other parts of your body, the spinal cord does not have the ability to repair itself effectively if damaged. A spinal cord injury occurs when there is damage to the spinal cord either from trauma, loss of its normal blood supply, or compression from tumor or infection. Statistical…
Your spine and back are a crucial part of the entire body, and if not healthy it can cause a host of unwelcome health issues. Several problems can change the structure of the spine or damage the vertebrae and surrounding tissue. The spine is part of the central nervous system, made up of the brain…
