What Is Scoliosis? Scoliosis is a type of spinal deformity that causes the spine to curve abnormally toward one side. The spine’s shape plays a critical role in its function. From the side, it should have a gentle S-curve. From the front, it should form a straight line from top to bottom. This design gives the […]
Surgery can provide permanent relief for spine pain that resists other treatment. With so many proven procedures available, however, it can be difficult to know which approach is best. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute provides advanced spine procedures for a wide variety of spine conditions at locations near you throughout New Jersey. Here, we discuss
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What Is the Spinal Cord? The spinal cord is a thick bundle of nerves that relays information between the brain and the body. It carries sensory information to be processed by the brain. It also allows the brain to send instructions that govern organ function and motor ability. If the spinal cord becomes compressed, however,
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Spine Structure Much of the spine’s strength comes from its structure. When viewed from the side, the spine should curve in a gentle S shape. When viewed from the front and back, it should look like a straight line. This construction is optimal for distributing weight evenly, enabling flexible mobility, and ensuring internal organs have
Understanding Spine Structure The small bones that make up the spine are called vertebrae. They stack on top of one another in a column with a hollow space at the center, called the spinal canal, that shelters the spinal cord. Each pair of vertebrae is separated by an intervertebral disc that provides cushioning and shock
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What Is a Minimally Invasive Laminectomy? A laminectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the lamina, the section of bone that forms the back of the vertebra. It encloses the spinal canal, protecting and supporting the spinal cord. By removing it, surgeons create additional space around the spinal cord. This is an effective solution to
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Understanding Spine Structure The strength and flexibility of the spine depend on its structure. The spine is composed of several interlocking bones, called vertebrae, which work together as a single unit that can bend and twist. Separating each pair of vertebrae are spinal discs. These are tough pads of tissue with soft, jelly-filled cores that
Understanding Spine Structure The spine, or backbone, naturally has a slight curve toward the front and back. This S-curve provides optimal support to the body while creating space around organs for unhindered function. From the front, however, the spine should appear perfectly straight. A healthy spine does not bend to either side, maintaining the body’s
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Understanding Spine Structure Spinal bones (vertebrae) have a unique structure. The front portion, called the body, is a large ring of bone that gives the spine most of its stability. Behind the body is the spinal canal. This hollow opening provides space for the spinal cord to pass through. The spinal canal is surrounded by
Spine Surgery: Sooner Is Better Than Later If your loved one is resistant to the idea of spine surgery, they may insist that it is not necessary. This is not always true, as many spine conditions are progressive. That means the longer they wait, the worse the symptoms will get. Examples of progressive spine conditions
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