A lumbar laminectomy is a surgery that treats compression of the spinal cord in your lower back. The surgery involves removing all or part of your vertebra called the lamina. The lamina is the part of ...

A 73 year-old woman presented with severe back pain. Here neurological exam was normal other than severe paravertebral muscle spasm. Lumbar Compression Fracture: (Left) T1-weighted sagittal MRI of the ...

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons recommends against vertebroplasty for acute compression fractures because of the high complication rate with the procedure. Vertebroplasty involves the use ...

Lumbar decompression surgery aims to release compressed nerves in the lower back. This procedure may ease pain and improve mobility in those with spinal conditions. Conditions such as herniated disks, ...

If you’re having pain in your spine, hips, knees, or joints, decompression therapy could be an option to help you feel better. This therapy can reduce pain without needing surgery. Share on Pinterest ...