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… It's a term used to describe the normal changes in your spinal discs as you age. Spinal discs are small, spongy discs that separate the bones …
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… form the spine in your back are cushioned by small, spongy discs. When these discs are healthy, they act as shock … Nicotine and other toxins from smoking can keep your spinal discs from absorbing all the nutrients they need from … bulging disc irritates the membrane on the outside of the spinal nerves. If the disc irritates or presses on the nerve …
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… form the spine in your back are cushioned by round, flat discs. When these discs are healthy, they act as shock … over time. But if the herniated disc is squeezing your spinal cord or nerves and/or you are having weakness, … over time. But if the herniated disc is squeezing your spinal cord or nerves and/or you are having weakness, …
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… Spinal X-Ray On this page: Test Overview Why It Is Done How … It Feels Risks Results Test Overview Spinal X-rays are pictures of the spine. They may be taken to find injuries or diseases that affect the discs or joints in your spine. These problems may include …
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… Spinal Manipulation On this page: Overview Overview Spinal manipulation is a treatment that uses pressure on a … the spine to improve pain and function. It is also called spinal adjustment. The manipulation can be done with the …
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… Joints and spinal cord Last updated March 1, 2024 It's not uncommon to … Injuries, Age 12 and Older Hip Problems, Age 12 and Older Spinal cord injury and recovery Spinal cord injuries and back pain Mobility after a spinal …
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… Cervical Spinal Stenosis On this page: Conditions Basics Conditions Basics What is cervical spinal stenosis? Cervical spinal stenosis is the narrowing … than age 50. The aging process can cause a "bulging of the discs"—the spongy discs between the bones of the spine bulge …
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… Lumbar Spinal Stenosis On this page: Health Tools … What is lumbar spinal stenosis? Lumbar spinal stenosis is a narrowing of … development of bony spurs, and the slow breakdown of spinal discs and joints over time. Any of these conditions can …
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