#SpineSurgery

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my friend is in dire need! they are disabled yet still work part time but it will not be enough to stay in the house their dad rented. they have pets to take care of, and even moreso now that he passes. you can read more on their GoFundMe PLEASE at least SHARE. DONATE what you can. they have already lost their mother and they're only 22.

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[wallowing-wallflowers]

The reality of spine surgery

I have alot of mixed feelings about my spinal fusion surgery. On one hand, im two inches taller and my scoliosis has a much lower chance of progressing, but on the other I cant bend the upper half of my spine, the nerves around my scar and on my right shoulder blade are fried, yet my back is even more sensitive to touch, I have more pain than before, and I can't do most day to day stuff because it takes a MINNUM A YEAR TO HEAL.

Im just tired of feeling so useless and making my disabality other peoples problem because I cant do shit.

[rosehipandroots]

hey do the other fused spine peoples out there legit struggle to describe how it feels to have a bad back day to a normal non-quarter-metal person or is it just me

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[healthlifeindubai]

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When chronic back pain becomes unbearable, finding the right spine surgeon can be your path to relief. Modern spine surgery has come a long way, with minimally invasive techniques making recovery faster than ever!

Success Stories That Inspire 💪

Meet Lisa, a yoga instructor who thought her teaching days were over due to a herniated disc. After minimally invasive surgery, she's back on her mat, inspiring students again!

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Consider scheduling a consultation if you have:

Persistent back pain

Numbness or tingling

Leg weakness

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Pain that won't quit

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The best surgical care includes:

Advanced imaging technology

Minimally invasive options

Comprehensive care plans

Physical therapy support

Clear recovery guidelines

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Remember to check:

Board certifications

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[hannahcrazyhawk]

Really feeling the fractures in my spine today. 😖

[skuzz]

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10 आम परेशानियाँ जिनका इलाज़ दर्द निवारण क्लिनिक पर किया जाता है -

कैंसर का दर्द

कैंसर के रोगियों में दर्द सबसे आम लक्षणों में से एक है। यह कैंसर, कैंसर के इलाज या कारकों के संयोजन के कारण हो सकता है। कैंसर के दर्द का प्रबंधन WHO की सीढ़ी के अनुसार किया जाता है, जो मॉर्फिन या फेंटेनल जैसी ओपिओइड दवाओं तक बढ़ जाता है, और कभी-कभी पेट दर्द के लिए न्यूरोलाइटिक ब्लॉक जैसे सीलिएक प्लेक्सस ब्लॉक की आवश्यकता होती है, जो की पैन क्लिनिक पर किए जाते है l

2. पीठ दर्द अथवा सायटिका

पीठ के निचले हिस्से का दर्द विश्व स्तर पर दर्द के प्रमुख कारणों में से एक है। लगभग 80% वयस्क अपने जीवनकाल के दौरान किसी न किसी समय पीठ के निचले हिस्से में दर्द का अनुभव करते हैं। यह मांसपेशियों में खिंचाव से लेकर इंटरवर्टेब्रल डिस्क के खिसकने तक विभिन्न कारणों से हो सकता है। पीठ के निचले हिस्से में दर्द को एक बहु-विषयक दृष्टिकोण ( मल्टीडाइमेंशनल एप्रोच) द्वारा ठीक किया जाता है जिसमें आसन संबंधी सावधानियां, दवाएं, व्यायाम, फिजियोथेरेपी और कुछ न्यूनतम इनवेसिव हस्तक्षेप जैसे मायोफेशियल ट्रिगर पॉइंट इंजेक्शन, ट्रांसफोरामिनल या कॉडल एपिड्यूरल स्टेरॉयड, लम्बर डोर्सल रूट गैंग्लियन पल्स्ड आरएफए, फेसेट जॉइंट इंजेक्शन और मेडियन ब्रांच ब्लॉक शामिल हैं। सैक्रोइलियक जॉइंट इंजेक्शन, एंडोस्कोपिक डिस्केक्टॉमी भी अब ऐसी स्थितियों के लिए न्यूनतम इनवेसिव डे केयर प्रक्रिया के रूप में लोकप्रियता हासिल कर रही है।

 3. घुटने के दर्द

ऑस्टियोआर्थराइटिस (OA) घुटने के दर्द का कारण बनने वाला सबसे आम आर्थराइटिस विकार है। OA के कारण घुटने के दर्द के प्रबंधन के लिए घुटने के व्यायाम और सावधानियों की आवश्यकता होती है। यदि सूजन या जोड़ का बहाव स्पष्ट है, तो इंट्रा-आर्टिकुलर इंजेक्शन की आवश्यकता हो सकती है। ग्रेड 1 या 2 ओए रोगियों को प्लेटलेट रिच प्लाज़्मा इंजेक्शन से लाभ हो सकता है। अधिक उन्नत OA वाले रोगियों में, दर्द से राहत के लिए जेनिक्यूलर नर्व रेडियोफ्रीक्वेंसी एब्लेशन (RFA) किया जा सकता है। जेनिक्यूलर ना आरएफ�� एक नई तकनीक है जो ऐसे मामलों में घुटने के दर्द से निरंतर राहत प्रदान करती है।

4) गर्दन और बांह में दर्द

गर्दन में दर्द एक आम समस्या है, दो-तिहाई आबादी को अपने जीवन में कभी न कभी गर्दन में दर्द होता है। गर्दन और ऊपरी पीठ दोनों में मांसपेशियों की जकड़न या ग्रीवा कशेरुकाओं के पास से निकलने वाली नसों के दबने के कारण गर्दन में दर्द हो सकता है। गर्दन के पहलू जोड़ भी दर्द का कारण हो सकते हैं। गर्दन के दर्द को एक बहु-विषयक दृष्टिकोण द्वारा प्रबंधित किया जाता है जिसमें आसन संबंधी सावधानियां, दवाएं, व्यायाम, फिजियोथेरेपी और कुछ न्यूनतम इनवेसिव हस्तक्षेप जैसे नेक मायोफेशियल ट्रिगर पॉइंट इंजेक्शन, सर्वाइकल एपिड्यूरल स्टेरॉयड, सर्वाइकल मीडियन ब्रांच ब्लॉक और थर्ड ऑक्सीपिटल नर्व ब्लॉक शामिल हैं।

5. पोस्ट हर्पेटिक न्यूराल्जिया

हर्पीस ज़ोस्टर के चकत्तों के क्षेत्र में दर्द बना रहना। यह आम तौर पर जलन, शूटिंग, धड़कन या बिजली के झटके जैसा दर्द होता है, और आमतौर पर छाती की दीवार क्षेत्र या आंखों के आसपास चेहरे पर देखा जाता है। प्रबंधन में न्यूरोपैथिक दवाओं, सामयिक मलहम और नर्व इंटरवेंशन का विवेकपूर्ण उपयोग शामिल है।

6) चेहरे की नसो मे दर्द

ट्राइजेमिनल न्यूराल्जिया अचानक, गंभीर चेहरे का दर्द है। इसे अक्सर तेज शूटिंग दर्द या जबड़े, दांत या मसूड़ों में बिजली का झटका लगने जैसा बताया जाता है। लंबे समय तक ली जाने वाली ओरल मेडिसिन से इसे नियंत्रित किया जा सकता है। यदि दवा राहत प्रदान करने में विफल रहती है, तो गैसेरियन गैंग्लियन आरएफए या गैंग्लियन के बैलून कम्प्रेशन जैसी न्यूनतम इनवेसिव इंटरवेंशनल दर्द प्रक्रियाएं पेश की जा सकती हैं। इस दुर्बल करने वाली बीमारी से निपटने के लिए न्यूरोसर्जिकल प्रक्रियाएं भी उपलब्ध हैं।

7. तंत्रिका संबंधी (न्यूरोपैथी) दर्द

तंत्रिकाओं की क्षति या अनुचित कार्यप्रणाली से उत्पन्न होने वाले दर्द को न्यूरोपैथिक दर्द कहा जाता है। यह जलन, गोली लगने या बिजली के झटके जैसे दर्द के रूप में प्रकट हो सकता है। इस दर्द ��ो आमतौर पर एंटी-न्यूरोपैथिक दवाओं द्वारा नियंत्रित किया जाता है। कभी-कभी दर्द से राहत के लिए नर्व ब्लॉक की आवश्यकता हो सकती है।

8. फाइब्रोमायल्जिया

फाइब्रोमायल्जिया शरीर में व्यापक दर्द का एक सामान्य कारण है। इसके साथ थकान, बिना ताजगी वाली नींद, बिगड़ा हुआ एकाग्रता, स्मृति समस्याएं और मूड में गड़बड़ी सहित अन्य लक्षण भी हो सकते हैं। फाइब्रोमायल्गिया का प्रबंधन बहु-विषयक है, जिसमें दवाएं, फिजियोथेरेपी और आहार संबंधी परामर्श शामिल हैं।

9. सीआरपीएस — कॉम्पलैक्स रीजनल पेन सिंड्रोम

सीआरपीएस एक पुरानी दर्द की स्थिति है जो चोट लगने के बाद आमतौर पर एक अंग (हाथ, पैर, हाथ या पैर) को प्रभावित करती है। ऐसा माना जाता है कि यह परिधीय या केंद्रीय तंत्रिका तंत्र की क्षति या खराबी के कारण होता है। सीआरपीएस के प्रबंधन के लिए पुनर्वास, फिजियोथेरेपी और मनोचिकित्सा महत्वपूर्ण हैं। सहानुभूति तंत्रिका ब्लॉक जैसे स्टेलेट गैंग्लियन ब्लॉक या लम्बर सिम्पैथेटिक प्लेक्सस ब्लॉक की आवश्यकता हो सकती है।

10. कोक्सीगोडायनिया (पूंछ की हड्डी में दर्द)

कोक्सीक्स दर्द, जिसे कोक्सीगोडायनिया भी कहा जाता है, टेलबोन के क्षेत्र में दर्द है, विशेष रूप से बैठने पर बढ़ जाता है। इसे डोनट (dough nut) तकिया और सिट्ज़ बाथ जैसे सरल उपायों द्वारा प्रबंधित किया जा सकता है। आमतौर पर NSAIDS का एक कोर्स आवश्यक होता है। यदि दर्द बना रहता है, तो स्थानीय इंजेक्शन या गैंग्लियन इंपार ब्लॉक के रूप में मिनिमल इनवेसिव इंटरवेंशन किया जा सकता है।

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[rosehipandroots]

being in bed is great and fun until you have to <- <- ↖↑ to get up

(thanks for the fun chat @mythgirlimagines!)

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How Spine Issues Can Cause Leg Pain and Discomfort

Leg pain as well as stiffness are typical problems that may severely affect your daily activities. The spine, particularly the lower back or lumbar region, is responsible for bearing the body’s weight and promoting mobility. Aging, body weight, and physical stress can all contribute to the deterioration of spinal components such as discs, ligaments, cartilage, and vertebrae. 

These gradual changes might cause lower back pain and discomfort down the legs. It is essential to understand how spinal issues cause leg pain in order to make an accurate diagnosis and treat it. This article describes common spinal diseases that cause leg pain, their symptoms, and treatment options to decrease discomfort and improve quality of life. 

Common Spine Problems Causing Leg Pain

Some common spine problems which can be a reason for leg pain are as follows: 

Sciatica

Sciatica is the most common spinal condition that causes leg discomfort. It occurs when the body’s longest nerve, the sciatic nerve, is inflamed or pinched. The sciatic nerve starts in the lower back, goes through the buttocks, and then down both legs. When this nerve is irritated, people may suffer acute, shooting pain that spreads from the back down the buttocks and down one leg. 

Some causes of sciatica include: 

A ruptured intervertebral disk

Spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spinal canal that puts pressure on the nerve)

A pelvic fracture

Age-related conditions like osteoarthritis

Obesity

Occupations that involve twisting the back, carrying heavy loads, or driving for long periods

Prolonged sitting

Diabetes, which increases the risk of nerve damage

Spinal Stenosis

Spinal stenosis is another common condition causing leg pain. This involves a narrowing of the spinal canal that holds the spinal cord and the nerve roots. It places pressure on the nerves going through the spine, thus causing leg pain, cramping, or numbness. Most symptoms from spinal stenosis progress over time and are typically made worse by standing or walking for extended periods of time. 

Spinal stenosis can occur in the cervical, thoracic, or lumbar regions of the spine. The most common cause is degenerative spinal disease associated with aging, but it can also be present at birth. Some possible causes include: 

Bone spurs: Extra bone growth on the spine from arthritis or Paget’s disease 

Herniated disks: A soft inner material of the disk leaks out and presses on the spinal cord or nerves 

Thick ligaments: Ligaments in the spinal canal can thicken and ossify, or buckle into the spinal canal 

Tumors: Rare tumors can form inside the spinal canal 

Spinal injuries: Car accidents or other trauma can break or move spinal bones out of place 

Sometimes, people get relief by either sitting or leaning forward, which usually reduces the pressure on their nerves. Most often spinal stenosis is linked to age-related changes in the spinal column, like thickened ligaments, bone spur formation, or intervertebral disc degeneration.

Degenerative Disc Disease

Degenerative disc disease-also known as DDD-is the general term given to the wear and tear of the spinal discs-a cushion between vertebrae. DDD is most common in the lower back (lumbar spine), which bears the majority of weight. However, it can also happen in the neck (cervical spine) or upper back (thoracic spine).

DDD is a natural part of aging, and all spinal discs degrade with time. The specific reason why the spinal joints begin to wear down is unknown. It cannot be prevented or reversed, however most patients may be managed for their pain without surgery or disc replacement. 

However, the progression will cause pain to radiate into the legs. In this case, the declining discs cause discomfort in the legs by pressing on some nerves. In addition, severe disc degeneration may lead to nerve root damage and present with leg weakness, such as being unable to lift the front part of the foot in some cases.

Treatment of Leg Pain Due to Spine Disorders

Once the cause of the lower limb pain is identified as being with the spine, treatment approaches can be applied to both reduce discomfort and regain use. These treatments vary from more conservative approaches to more aggressive strategies, depending on the potential severity of the condition itself.

Pain Management

Management of pain for individuals with spine-related leg pain involves being effective in reducing the discomfort. It may involve prescription or medication, including NSAIDs, muscle relaxants, and pain relievers. 

Pain management focuses on the reduction of inflammation and pain. It also aims to enhance the ability of the patient to engage in other activities.

Physical Therapy

Spine issues causing leg pain are best treated through physical therapy. A physical therapist can establish a specific exercise routine for strengthening the muscles supporting the spine, improving flexibility, and general mobility. These exercises decrease pressure on the nerves while promoting proper spinal alignment and, thus, leg pain.

Massage Therapy

Massage therapy can provide relief for people having muscle tension and spasms related to spine problems. Massage can improve blood flow, reduce inflammation, and promote relaxation by targeting muscle groups. This can help reduce pain and improve the range of motion in the lower back and legs.

Epidural Injections

Epidural injections involve injecting corticosteroids directly into the epidural space surrounding the spinal cord and nerve roots. The purpose of this is to reduce inflammation and swelling, which can ease pressure on the nerves. 

Epidural injections may offer significant pain relief for weeks to months, during which time patients may engage more effectively in physical therapy and other rehabilitation activities.

Nerve Blocks

Nerve blocks is another minimally invasive approach for dealing with spine-related leg pain. This procedure involves injection of anesthetic or anti-inflammatory medications around specific nerves or nerve roots to block pain signals. 

Nerve blocks may provide temporary or long-term pain relief depending on the underlying condition and the response of the patient to treatment.

Surgical Methods

In the case where conservative treatments fail to bring results, surgery is performed. Surgery addresses the underlying cause of nerve compression or irritation. The most common surgical interventions for spinal disorders include:

Discectomy: This involves the removal of a portion of the herniated disc that is causing pressure on the nerve.

Laminectomy: A part of the vertebra is removed to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves.

Spinal Fusion: The joining of two or more vertebrae to stabilize the spine and stop its further degeneration.

Minimally invasive techniques like lateral interbody fusion have become possible to shorten the recovery time and limit tissue damage. These latest techniques enable the correction of spinal issues with minimal invasiveness and quick healing.

Prevention and Lifestyle Changes

Some lifestyle changes may also prevent or reduce the degree of leg pain resulting from the spine. Keeping within a healthy weight range helps not to strain the spine and therefore reduce the risk of degenerative changes. Exercise also keeps the spine healthy by strengthening the core muscles, which is an essential for physical fitness.

 In addition, proper posture while performing daily activities and use of ergonomic furniture prevents unnecessary strain on the lower back. Not smoking also has its benefits since it affects blood flow to the spine and accelerates disc degeneration.

When to seek Medical Attention

Leg pain that may arise from spine issues should not be neglected if it is continuous and may be accompanied by symptoms like numbness, tingling, or muscle weakness. Getting to a doctor on time may prevent the situation from getting worse and possibly recover from the treatment more easily. A health worker will have to perform physical tests and imaging tests that might determine the exact cause of the pain and propose a treatment plan accordingly.

Conclusion

Back problems are one of the most common causes of leg pain and discomfort. Millions of people throughout the world suffer from these issues. Sciatica, spinal stenosis, and degenerative disc disease are some of the reasons for chronic discomfort that spreads from the lower back to the legs. 

Knowing the connection between spinal health and leg pain is essential for proper diagnosis and treatment. Most appropriate treatments are available to these cases through pain management, physical therapies, minimally invasive procedures, among others. 

If you experience leg pain that may be linked to spine issues, it is important to consult a healthcare professional for an accurate diagnosis and tailored treatment plan.