Lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS) is any narrowing in the lumbar spinal canal or lateral recess. It can be developmental, congenital, or acquired. This article discusses acquired degenerative lumbar ...
An MRI scan revealed severe spinal canal stenosis at L3-L4 and L4-L5, as well as a herniated nucleus pulposus on the right at L5-S1 (Figs 11, 12). DC underwent a L3-L5 decompressive laminectomy ...
Yet last year, Chris found himself with a debilitating herniated disc in his back and the real possibility of a medical retirement ... He had neck and back pain here and there but could typically work ...
a herniated disc can lead to permanent nerve damage or muscle weakness, making early diagnosis and treatment essential. Both osteoarthritis and herniated discs can become debilitating if left ...
It is a common symptom of a herniated or "slipped" disc ... Hospital for Special Surgery. Degenerative disc disease. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Sciatica. American Academy of Orthpaedic ...