Category: Spine Health

Sacroiliac Fusion: A New Technology To Treat SI Pain

November 13, 2024

The Sacroiliac joint is a triangular shaped bone that connects your spine to your pelvis. When the SI joint is injured the resulting pain might be debilitating. After undergoing previous treatments that don’t bring relief, patients now have the option of surgery.

Yale University School of Medicine has developed a minimally invasive procedure to alleviate SI pain. The procedure takes about 45 minutes and is performed in an outpatient setting during which the SI joints are fused.

Read more about SI fusion at YaleMedicine.org.

Weight Loss: Protect Your Spine and Health

November 4, 2024

Too Much Weight Puts Pressure on Your Spinal Discs

As you get older you want to avoid common health issues that are associated with the aging process. Consider weight loss as preventive medicine.

Normal Spinal Discs

There are a lot of good reasons to lose weight. Spinal health is one of them. This post will help you make the connection between getting rid of excess pounds to keep your spine in good shape.

To the right is a picture of a human spine. The spine is made up of bones called vertebrae. In between the vertebrae are small pillows called discs. They act as cushions in between the vertebrae. Inside the disc is a jelly-like substance, while the exterior is comprised of tougher material.

Herniated Spinal Disc

Excess weight puts undue pressure on the spinal discs and causes wear and tear. This may cause a disc to rupture. Most likely you will suffer pain and need medical care. The pain prevents you from participating in much needed physical activity to help you lose unwanted weight.

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