Background Clinical examination of patients with chronic lumbar radiculopathy aims to clarify whether there is nerve root impingement. The aims of this study were to investigate the association ...

Understanding the causes, symptoms, and treatment options ... it can compress the spinal cord or nerve roots, leading to discomfort and mobility issues. While lumbar stenosis primarily involves ...

While a herniated disc can occur anywhere on the spine, the most common location is the lower (lumbar) region. The first symptom of a herniated disc is usually back pain, followed by symptoms related ...

Abbreviations AUC: Area under the curve; CI: Confidence interval; CT: Computer tomography; LR: Likelihood ratio; MRI: Magnetic resonance imaging; ROC: Receiver ...

All imaging measurements were performed by an investigator who was not involved in patient treatment. The statistical analysis was performed ... higher incidence of postoperative incision drainage, ...

The functional prognosis was very poor; after 4 months, she remained paraplegic. MRI imaging showed selective T2 hyperintensity and intense enhancement confined to the spinal anterior horns and lumbar ...

Ulnar nerve entrapment is a common neuropathy that affects a specific location. It's second only to carpal tunnel syndrome among this focused type. Treatment includes lifestyle changes and ...

Treatment for Bertolotti Syndrome focuses on pain relief and functional improvement ... Techniques include: This procedure is performed when L5 nerve root compression occurs due to far-out syndrome, ...

Dr. Carrie Jose, in her latest Health and Wellness column, explains the difference between piriformis syndrome and sciatica.

Electrical stimulation therapy, a prevalent technique in PNI treatment, entails the application of electric currents to stimulate nerve and muscle tissues, thereby facilitating nerve regeneration and ...

If it is possible, wearing a splint on the affected area can help prevent further damage and help the nerve heal. This is a standard treatment for pinched nerves in the hands and wrists.