One-third of patients undergoing surgery for adult spinal deformity (ASD) also have severe osteoarthritis (OA) of the hip—which is associated with worse spinal alignment and physical functioning, reports a study in the Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery.
Spinal fusion is a surgical technique that permanently joins two or more of the spine’s vertebrae, or bones. It is a major procedure that requires extensive healing time for the bones to fuse fully and for the body to recover from the surgical trauma.
Typically, proprioception exercises aim to prevent injuries in athletes and maintain mobility in older individuals. Without proprioceptive training, older adults, in particular, may have a higher risk of falling.
Researchers have conducted several research reviews into medications for back pain. They found some may be more effective than others.
There are three ankylosing spondylitis stages — early, progressive, and late. As the condition progresses, people tend to experience more pain and stiffness. Getting treatment earlier can help reduce complications.
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