For decades, medical practitioners have primarily relied on the degree of carotid narrowing (stenosis) to assess the risk of stroke and determine the best treatment options. However, mounting evidence suggests that this approach may be insufficient for patients with mild but symptomatic carotid stenosis.
Recurrent pain that is not due to an injury to the body is often mediated by a process called central sensitization, where the sensory regions in the brain become oversensitive. It is possible that central sensitization is involved in migraine pain in the areas of the face and head where the trigeminal nerve mediates sensation.
Scoliosis refers to when a person has a sideways C- or S-shaped curve in their spine. It can occur at any age but most often presents during a person’s teens. Bad posture cannot cause scoliosis. However, practicing and maintaining optimal posture can help reduce pain and slow the condition’s progression.
There appears to be limited evidence supporting the use of epidural steroid injections for certain types of chronic lower back pain, new guidance from the American Academy of Neurology (AAN) finds. They may modestly reduce pain for up to three months and disability up to six months
A hump on the back of the neck, or top of the spine, can have various causes. These causes may include kyphosis, osteoporosis, muscle knots, and cysts.
