Spinal Tuberculosis

Thanks to the major awareness campaign led by the government, today we have achieved quite a success by making people aware about Tuberculosis‬ (TB) as a disease and its treatment prospects. But, sadly people are totally unaware about TB of Spine Yes, you read it right, there is a spinal problem known as TB of spine Or Spinal tuberculosis‬. Spinal tuberculosis, also known as Pott’s Disease, is a condition in which the vertebrae ‬ gets infected with tuberculosis. It is caused by myco-bacterium which is spread by the way of blood or breathing droplets from an infected person in your lungs. This bacterium due to weak immune system thrives and grows and reach the blood stream, from where it infects a number of organs including the spine Early diagnosis followed by adequate treatment can completely cure spinal tuberculosis.

Know about Spinal Disc Herniation

Disc Herniation has become quite a common problem these days owing to wrong postures which puts a lot of pressure on the vertebrae. Due to the excessive pressure, the spinal disc begins to break leading to leakage of gel like material present inside. This leakage can irritate the nerves present around the spinal disc which can cause pinching pain in the lower back, numbness or weakness in either of the legs or arms. 

 

What causes the problem of Spondylolisthesis‬

#‎Spondylolisthesis‬ can be an outcome of some congenital defect like defective ‪#‎spinaljoint‬, or an accidental damage to a joint in the ‪#‎spine‬. But, there may be other reasons too for the development of this disease like ‪#‎VertebralFracture‬ due to extreme pressure on the joints, ‪#‎JointInfection‬, ‪#‎arthritis‬ etc.

Choosing the right mattress, can do wonders for your Spine

For the whole day, our spine bears the load of our entire body. It's only when we sleep, that it gets the required rest it needs to rejuvenate itself. For that matter, it is really important to make sure that we choose the right mattress while sleeping. So, while you select a mattress, make sure you choose the one that perfectly supports both your spine and neck.

 

Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment of Spinal Stenosis

Lower Back Pain along with pain or pinching sensation in the legs are the primary symptoms of Spinal Stenosis. In addition to this, unusual leg symptoms like numbness or tingling sensation in the legs are also signs of  this disease. If you notice any of these symptoms, don’t delay consulting a doctor. The doctor may suggest getting an MRI or a CT scan in order to diagnose the problem. Further, with few changes in posture along with the regular course of

anti-inflammatory medicine, this problem can be treated. But, if the earlier mentioned treatments fail; surgery is a viable option. 

Know about the Factors which can cause Spinal Stenosis

Aging is the most common factor that leads to Spinal Stenosis. As a person grows older the tissues which supports the spine become thick, this results in narrowing of the spinal canal causing Spinal Stenosis. Besides, bones getting bigger or spurring of bones, too, can cause this problem. 

Other than aging, diseases like arthritis (Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis), Scoliosis, Spinal Tumor, excessive accumulation of fluoride or calcium deposits in the body; can also create conditions which can lead to Spinal Stenosis.

 

Spinal injuries by heavy weight Lifting

Every young person craves for a muscular physique like super heroes or celebrities but they are unaware of the adverse effects of heavy weight lifts on their spine. Dead lifts and squat lifts are one of the worst things you can do to your spine especially at a young age. When you do excessive dead lifts, your lower back compresses your Intervertebral discs which can also become a reason for lower back injuries like herniated discs. Similarly, squat lifts can lead to spinal fractures. Therefore, I urge teens to remove squat lifts from their weight training regime. Also, it is best not to indulge in heavy weight lifting unless you are not into such profession.

Easy workout tips for those suffering from Chronic Back Pain

Patients are advised to exercise but workout seems to be a nightmare while experiencing chronic back pain. You can overcome this problem by limiting your exercise routine to certain positions in which you are comfortable. Further if possible, lie on your back and try moving your limbs in all the directions. While doing this make sure that your focus is on strengthening your core.

 
With time, once you get comfortable, try indulging in basic movements like forward bending, side bending, arching and twisting in slow movements without exerting yourself.

Let's have a healthy spine

Spine has many nerves, muscles, and ligaments that serve as connections to areas throughout our body, so keeping our back in top condition is one of the best things we can do for both our back and our overall health.

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        Let spine really rest while sleeping.

While sleeping, all the structures in our spine that have worked hard all day finally have an opportunity to relax and revived. So we must use the right mattress and pillow which will support the spine so the muscles and ligaments can be stress-free and have a chance to become refreshed.

        Choose shoes carefully.

Walking for exercise or just to get going somewhere, the shoes you wear have a big effect on your back. They should be well balanced, flexible, and most certainly comfortable. Good shoes not only provide protection for your feet, but also a supportive base that helps the spine and body remain in alignment.

·                  Enjoy the benefits of massage.

Many people love a good massage to relax their muscles and relieve stress. Therapeutic massages not only improve flexibility and decreases tension, they also improve blood flow and make you feel good.

·                  Sit up straight—with support

The discs in lower spine are loaded three times more while sitting than standing, so long periods of sitting can often create or exaggerated painful back condition. The right office chair plays an important role in promoting good posture and supporting the natural curves of your back.

·         Specifically exercise abs and back.

One of the most important components of good spine health is exercise. Specifically, performing abdominal and back exercises will go far in helping to keep your spine healthy. These exercises are simple and can be performed in 20 to 30 minutes as part of a daily routine.

These are simple ways to help our spine and back stay in alignment and maintain a stronger, healthier you.

Know more about Sciatica.

Sciatica is pain which is typically felt from the lower back to the buttock to the large static nerve behind the back of the leg. It causes irritation and pain in the largest nerve (sciatic) of the body. Treatment of sciatica may include acupuncture, manual manipulation, massage therapy etc.

Symptoms Of Sciatica:- 

Lower back pain, constant pain in only one side of the buttock or leg, pain oroginating at the lower back or buttock to the back of the lower leg, pain that feels better when  lie down or are walking, but worsens when standing or sitting, sharp pain etc.

It can be treated by many methods depending upon the severity of the pain.

If you feel any of these symptoms, don't wait and rush to the specialist. 












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Look after your sleeping posture.

Insufficient sleep can be associated with one of the reasons of your back and neck pain. Sleep for atleast six to eight hours and ofcourse make sure about the position how you sleep. The ideal posture to sleep is on right/left side as it will minimise the pressure on the spine.

One should be very careful when it comes to the sleeping posture. It should be so comfortable that it helps you to relax your body despite giving you pain. Due to any weak or wrong posture back pain can occur.

Other than your posture, your mattress or your pillow can also contribute to the pain.

Choose a mattress that is neither too hard nor too soft. These type of mattresses contribute to back aches more. If your mattress is too hard or too soft change it now, other than back problems it can also lead to severe neck pains.

Get a pillow which can support your neck in a comfortable and natural way. It should relax your neck. You can go for the refillable pillows, if you are facing such problems.































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