These days many types of back surgery can be done as minimally invasive spine surgery. This article defines minimally invasive spine surgery and lists a few types of back surgeries that can be done with minimal invasion.

Water Your Disks

Anatomy of a vertebra and intervertebral disks are described to show how the spinal bones support weight, absorb shock and require special care to remain nourished and healthy.

Total disk replacement is being tried as a replacement for spinal fusion surgery.

Anatomy Explained

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Are you at Risk for Sciatia?

MRI, or magnetic resonance imaging.

Poor posture is a cause of back pain for many people. If you do yoga for back pain, you can pay special attention to poses that work the hip joints. This will help you establish and enjoy a set of balanced back muscles.

The myelogram is a diagnostic imaging technique used to confirm the presence of herniated disks, arthritis and more.