Courtesy: Prof Nabil Ebraheim, University of Toledo, Ohio, USA
-Spine, Pelvis & Neurology
Low Back Pain, Causes, Diagnosis, Imaging and Treatment
Courtesy: Prof Nabil Ebraheim, University of Toledo, Ohio, USA Acute Low Back Pain and Sciatica: Natural History, Red Flags, and Differential Diagnosis Natural History & Biomechanics of the Intervertebral Disc Initial Conservative Window: Both acute low back pain and sciatica require an initial 6-week trial of conservative therapy. Treatment Regimen: Physical therapy, anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs), […]
Low Back pain, What is the Treatment? What is the Outcome?
Courtesy: Prof Nabil Ebraheim, University of Toledo, Ohio, USA Low Back Pain, Sciatica, and Spine Differentials: Clinical Reference Natural History & Conservative Timelines Non-Specific Etiology: Approximately 85% of patients presenting with acute low back pain have no identifiable pathoanatomic cause. Natural Recovery: Roughly 90% of patients recover within 6 weeks of symptom onset. Early Acute […]
Endoscopic Lumbar Microdiscectomy
? Courtesy: Osama Kashlan MD, Associate Professor, Weill Cornell Medicine, New York Introduction Endoscopic spine surgery has transformed the landscape of lumbar disc herniation treatment by enabling minimally invasive access to complex pathology. Using 6–7 mm incisions, surgeons can address even far-lateral or contralateral disc herniations. This article explores the nuances of interlaminar and […]
Coccydynia
Courtesy: Prof Nabil Ebraheim, University of Toledo, Ohio, USA
LOW BACK PAIN: Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment
Courtesy: Prof Nabil Ebraheim, University of Toledo, Ohio, USA LOWER BACK PAIN ETIOLOGY: There is no definite etiology in 85% of cases. It is one of the most common cause of occupational absenteeism. SITES OF PAIN: 1. Facet joints 2. Intervertebral discs 3. Spinal canal 4. Sacroiliac joint 5. Muscles 6. Ligaments 7. Nerves 8. […]
Degenerative Cervical Spine: Diagnosis and Management
Courtesy: Dr Nuno Neves, Porto, Portugal
Neck Pain: Causes and Treatment
Courtesy: Prof Nabil Ebraheim, University of Toledo, Ohio, USA
Body Positions Affecting The Disc Pressure
Courtesy: Prof Nabil Ebraheim, University of Toledo, Ohio, USA Different body positions affect intervertebral disc pressure and contributes to lower back pain. Lowest disc pressure is measured when lying down supine. Disc pressure steadily increases with changing body positions. Position and it’s Disc Pressure Lying on side: 75kg Standing: 100kg Standing & leaning forward: 150kg […]
Low Back Ache and Disc Herniation
Courtesy: Prof Nabil Ebraheim, University of Toledo, Ohio, USA
Piriformis syndrome: Causes and Diagnosis
Courtesy: Prof Nabil Ebraheim, University of Toledo, Ohio, USA
Sciatica Vs Peripheral Neuropathy
Courtesy: Prof Nabil Ebraheim, University of TOledo, Ohio, USA
Neurogenic and Vascular Claudication
? Courtesy: Prof Nabil Ebraheim, University of Toledo, Ohio, USA NEUROGENIC AND VASCULAR CLAUDICATION VASCULAR PAIN Vascular claudication – lower extremity pain secondary to arterial insufficiency. It occurs in patients with peripheral arterial diseases ,eg ; atherosclerosis. There is a mismatch between the oxygen demand and the oxygen supply in the lower extremity. Pain […]
SI Joint Dysfunction and Sciatica
Courtesy: Prof Nabil Ebraheim, University of Toledo, Ohio, USA
Piriformis Syndrome and Sciatica
Courtesy: Prof Nabil Ebraheim, University of Toledo, Ohio, USA