Glossary

GLOSSARY FOR SOUTHWEST SCOLIOSIS AND SPINE INSTITUTE The following Glossary is to help readers better understand medical terms used on this website.   Anterior – Refers to the front part of the body, often used to describe the position of one structure relative...

Advanced Spine Treatments

Advanced Spine Treatments for a Pain-Free Future For millions around the world, back pain is a constant companion, a nagging shadow that disrupts daily life and steals the joy of movement. However, the landscape of spine care is undergoing a transformative revolution....

Hunched Back

Hunched Back: A hunched back, medically known as kyphosis, refers to a condition characterized by an abnormal curvature of the upper spine, resulting in a rounded or hunched appearance. Furthermore, it can affect people of all ages, from children to the elderly. In...

Dowager’s Hump

Dowager’s Hump:  Dowager’s hump, medically known as kyphosis, is a condition that affects the curvature of the upper spine, leading to a noticeable hump or rounding of the back. While it’s commonly associated with the elderly, it can develop in...

Disc Desiccation

Disc Desiccation: Intervertebral discs are located between the vertebrae and act as cushions, providing flexibility, shock absorption, and stability to the spine. As a point of interest, they consist of an outer layer called the annulus fibrosus and a gel-like center...
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