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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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