Inversion Therapy and the Inversion Table Side Effects The goal of Inversion therapy is to separate vertebrae to create more space for nerves where they exit the spinal column, or to relieve pressure on the vertebral discs or facet joints. History reveals various forms of traction been used for pain relief since as early as […]
Archive | Anatomy of the Back
What are Vertebral Endplates?
Vertebral endplates are thin layers of cartilage about 0.6 to 1 mm thick that cover the top and bottom of the disc. Vertebral endplates are responsible for the growth in height of the vertebral bodies and prevent the nucleus from bulging into the vertebral body. When we are born our endplates have many small blood […]
WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF SCIATICA?
The sciatic nerve can be irritated by a number of conditions. The most common are: Inflamed piriformis muscle Herniated lumbar disc Lumbosacral muscle strain Spinal stenosis Ruptured disc Emotional stress Less common causes to consider are: arthritis; endometrial cysts; ankylosing spondylitis; a sacroiliac ligament tear; and weak abdominal and back muscles. These terms may sound […]
What is Disc Herniation?
Disc herniation is defined as a localized displacement of disc material beyond the limits of the intervertebral disc space. The disc material may e nucleus, cartilage, fragmented apophyseal bone, annular tissue or any combination of these parts. The problem is that most patients aren’t willing to hold out that long due to the debilitating pain […]
Using an Inversion Table for Sciatica Pain Relief
We have been asked as to whether using an Inversion Table for Sciatica Pain Relief will provide relief When the sciatic nerve flares up it can be extremely painful and oftentimes debilitating. Many people assume there’s nothing they can do to help alleviate the condition, and some think they are going to have to undergo […]
Glossary of Back Pain Terms
Glossary of Terms relating to the Spine and Back Pain A Abduction movement of a limb away from the midline of the body Absolute contraindication a situation that absolutely forbids the use of a particular treatment Active trigger point a tender spot in a muscle that refers pain in a particular pattern and can restrict […]
Beating Back Pain
Whether it’s a sharp, stabbing sensation or a dull ache, back pain is one of the most common reasons people make an appointment to see their doctor. Most of the time, it occurs as a result of everyday habits, such as lifting things incorrectly or even sleeping on an uncomfortable mattress. As a rule, back […]
What is Nerve Entrapment?
What Causes Pressure On The Nerve? Nerve entrapment occurs when there is direct pressure on a nerve. The pressure can either result in compression or tension being placed on a nerve. The condition may be asymptomatic or symptomatic. There are several conditions that can result in nerve entrapment. The most common cries include spinal-nerve root […]
Mechanical Causes Of Back Pain
Here is a list of some of the most common mechanical causes of low back pain. Mechanical essentially means non-pathological. Mechanical causes are the major reason that people experience low back pain. Mechanical Causes Of Back Pains include the following Intervertebral discs slowly degenerate with age. This is a natural process that begins as early […]