Lumbar decompression surgery aims to release compressed nerves in the lower back. This procedure may ease pain and improve mobility in those with spinal conditions. Conditions such as herniated disks, ...

Spinal decompression therapy helps relieve pressure along the spine and soothe related pain and discomfort. The phrase “spinal decompression” refers broadly to a set of nonsurgical and surgical ...

Please Note: Blog posts are not selected, edited or screened by Seeking Alpha editors. Alphatec Holdings, parent company of Alphatec Spine, has announced the launch of its latest minimally invasive ...

The lumbar spine includes five vertebrae that help with mobility and stability. Lumbar vertebrae are larger because they carry the load from your head down to the lower spine. The lumbar spine has a ...

Spinal fusion is a surgical procedure that fuses (attaches) two or more vertebrae together. It’s usually done to reduce pain and improve the stability of the spine. While it can be a helpful procedure ...

Your spinal cord needs a steady blood supply to deliver oxygen and nutrients to the tissues. This blood helps the spinal cord cells send nerve impulses to the rest of your body. The impulses are ...