Degenerative cervical spondylosis is a chronic, progressive deterioration of osseocartilaginous components of the cervical spine that is most often related to aging. Radiographic evidence of ...

A study has found, for the first time in humans, that patients with chronic sciatica -- back pain that shoots down the leg -- have evidence of inflammation in key areas of the nervous system. A study ...

Your spine represents a marvel of biological engineering – 33 stacked vertebrae protecting the delicate spinal cord while providing remarkable flexibility and support for your entire body. This ...

What is the anatomy of the spinal cord? The human spinal cord is a cylindrical structure of nerve tissue that is protected by the spinal column and composed of uniformly organized white and grey ...

A pinched nerve can be very painful—no matter where it’s located in your body. If you experience one in your back, it can travel to other parts of the body and cause sharp pain, tingling, numbness, or ...

What is spinal cord compression? Spinal cord compression happens when pressure on the spinal cord stops the nerves working normally. This can cause back pain and other symptoms such as arm or leg ...

Neurosurgeon to the Spinal Injuries Unit, Royal North Shore Hospital and Departments of Neurosurgery, Royal North Shore and Dalcross Private Hospitals, Sydney, Australia Centre for Health, Exercise ...