New treatment for spinal muscular atrophy safe for infants
Infants as young as five weeks old with the most severe form of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) can be treated...
Read MoreEffects of laser tissue welding for spina bifida repair
Researchers in Texas have studied the effects of laser tissue welding on the spinal cord and skin in the hope...
Read MoreRisk of PJK following lumbar spinal fusion depends on level of spine fused
The surgical correction of adult spinal deformities often involves realigning the lower portion of the spine, or the 'lumbar' spine....
Read MoreIncreased risk of postop infection when surgery closely follows epidural steroid injection
Research conducted at the University of Virginia suggests that patients may wish to take a 1 to 3 month break...
Read MorePlacebo and valium are equally effective for acute lower back pain in the ER
Emergency patients treated with naproxen and placebo had outcomes as good as or better than patients treated with naproxen and...
Read MoreSpinal cord injury patients face serious health problems besides paralysis
Paralysis is just one of the many serious health problems faced by patients who suffer spinal cord injuries. Spinal cord...
Read MorePersonalised physical therapy brings relief for lower back pain
A new study from the University of Eastern Finland shows that the combination of manual therapy and exercise is an...
Read MoreThe back pain drugs don’t work
Commonly used non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, such as ibuprofen, used to treat back pain provide little benefit, but cause side effects,...
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