Posteriorly, the bony arch encircles the spinal canal (Fig 1). It is composed of transverse processes, facet joints, two pedicles, two laminae, and a spinous process. In the lumbar spine, the bony ...

Cite this: Lumbar Spine: Common Pathology and Interventions - Medscape - Aug 01, 2005. Abstract and Introduction; An Overview of Functional Anatomy; Herniated Nucleus Pulposus; ...

HealthOST identifies vertebral height loss and bone mineral density, which are key indicators of musculoskeletal diseaseOsteoporosis is a common progressive bone disease among adults over 50 years ...

There is a need for national guidance or requirements on data collection and reporting for ADHD triage, assessment, diagnosis and treatment, and waiting lists associated with them, risk assessment for ...

Lumbar disc replacement. For lumbar disc replacement, surgeries may be performed with the assistance of a vascular or abdominal surgeon. An incision is made low over the front of the abdomen. The ...

ABSTRACT. BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: It is possible that patients submitted to lumbar spine surgery present chronic pain and need a multidimensional assessment of postoperative pain due to the ...

Introduction Chronic low back pain (CLBP) is the leading cause of disability worldwide. However, there is no consensus in the literature regarding optimal management. Exercise intervention is the most ...

SUMMARY: The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) is seeking scientific information submissions from the public. Scientific information is being solicited to inform our review on The ...

The efficacy and safety of ketorolac for postoperative pain management in lumbar spine surgery: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Published online November 5, 2024. doi:10.1186 ...

Knowing a patient's symptoms helps radiologists in lumbar spine MRI interpretation and diagnosis, according to a study published today in Radiology, a journal of the Radiological Society of North ...

Lumbar degenerative kyphosis happens when the spine wears down with age. This wear and tear affects the discs and joints in the lower back, making them deteriorate. The muscles around the spine ...