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Lumbar spine anatomy and function

Medically reviewed by Jennifer Steinhoff, MD Key Takeaways The lumbar spine includes five vertebrae that help with mobility ...
Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . CHICAGO — Results presented at the North American Spine Society Annual Meeting showed surgeons met preoperative ...
Spine misalignment isn’t necessarily a cause for concern, but it can result in back pain if left unmanaged. If gentle exercises don’t offer any relief, talk with a healthcare professional about ...
Complex spine surgery involves careful coordination across disciplines, anticipation of complications, and decision-making incorporating numerous clinical and radiographic variables. As artificial ...
The spine, or backbone, is a long column of bones that runs down the center of a person’s back. It is essential for many functions, such as movement, support, and protecting the spinal cord. A ...
The peer-reviewed article “Personalized Spine Surgery in Adult Deformity: Reoperation Rates and Mechanical Complications Following Customized Planning and Interbody Implant Use,” is available online ...
The spinal cord is a long bundle of nerves and cells that extends from the lower portion of the brain to the lower back. Spinal cord functions include carrying signals between the brain and the rest ...