Spinal disease
Spinal Disease
Spinal disease refers to a group of conditions that affect the spine. These conditions may be due to genetic factors, aging, injury, or disease.
Pronunciation
/spʌɪnəl diːziːz/
Etymology
The term "spinal" is derived from the Latin word "spina" meaning "thorn" or "backbone", and "disease" comes from the Old French "desaise" meaning "lack of ease".
Types of Spinal Disease
There are several types of spinal diseases, including:
- Degenerative Disc Disease: This is a condition in which the discs between the vertebrae of the spinal column deteriorate or break down, leading to pain, weakness, or numbness.
- Spinal Stenosis: This is a narrowing of the spaces within your spine, which can put pressure on the nerves that travel through the spine.
- Scoliosis: This is a sideways curvature of the spine that occurs most often during the growth spurt just before puberty.
- Herniated Disc: This condition occurs when the soft center of a spinal disc pushes through a crack in the tougher exterior casing.
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy: This is a group of genetic diseases that cause weakness and wasting in the voluntary muscles of infants and children.
Symptoms
Symptoms of spinal disease can vary widely depending on the specific condition and its severity. Common symptoms may include back pain, neck pain, numbness or tingling in the limbs, muscle weakness, and difficulty walking or moving.
Treatment
Treatment for spinal disease depends on the specific condition and its severity. Options may include physical therapy, medication, and in some cases, surgery.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Spinal disease
- Wikipedia's article - Spinal disease
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