Text Neck- What it is and how to survive it
With technology increasingly becoming an integral part of our routines, it’s no exaggeration to say that mobile phones (or more specifically, mobile apps) have become the man’s best friend! The only problem- this friend might soon become a pain in the neck for many of you, quite literally The Problem: Recent studies have shown […]
Perils of Spondylitis
Also known as spinal osteoarthritis or Spondylosis is a spine condition that arises from an inflammation of the vertebra. In this condition, pain occurs when discs in the spine start to degenerate, leading to slipped discs. The symptoms often include inelasticity, numbness, and tingling felt in the neck or lower back. It is a form […]
Recurrent osteoid osteoma in young male
Mr. SJ, 28, was operated on a year ago for Osteoid Osteoma in RT 1 pedicle by minimally invasive spine surgery at our spine and pain management center. Osteoid Osteoma is a benign bone tumor that causes severe pain at the site and increases by night. When he visited Dr. Tarak Patel, one of India’s finest spine specialists, […]
Road traffic accident with spine fracture and paralysis; its impact on youth
“Vrooom”! An engine making that sound is music to some. Many of us love to drive freely on the road with a little adventure and speed. Little do we know that the same adrenaline that fills our hearts can be utterly dangerous? A study shows that about 8,000 people die every year in road accidents […]
D.9 Schwannoma WITH PARAPLEGIA
Mr. TL, 34, faced difficulty in walking and couldn’t balance himself while walking when he first visited Dr. Tarak Patel, our lead spine surgeon. On diagnosis, his MRI reports indicated that he had a malignant tumor at the D9 level along with severe spinal cord compression. After studying his case carefully, Dr. Patel advised Mr. TL […]
C1-2 instability with Quadruparesis
Mr. BP, 65, came to IndoSpine (Svarna Spine Hospital at that time) with complaints of inability to walk and weakness in four limbs. He was brought to the hospital in a wheelchair, for he didn’t have enough ability in both legs. After examining him, Dr. Tarak Patel, one of the top spine specialists in Ahmedabad, suggested […]
Premature Heavy Lifting
Gujarat government’s recent decision to cap the weight of school bags by 10% of its total weight has caused a storm in the state. It has left parents and teachers with a serious question of whether the children must be subject to such premature heavy lifting and must school do away with it for good? […]
21st century manager & spine problems
The spinal cord is like a pillar to the body. It is the strategic placement of bones in a series like structure that holds the body together. Any minor injury in the spine leads to a long-lasting impact not on the back but the entire body. These injuries can be due to accidents, falls, excessive […]
An old age disease
A human body takes birth, grows, matures, and then starts to decay. We are well aware that there are minor and major problems when the human body begins to age. These problems can be related to tissues, hormones, internal body parts and bones, and others. One such major problem is Osteoporosis. A generally perceived meaning […]
Neck pain – What and why do they occur?
The neck is a bridge between the body and the brain. It is one of the most critical body parts for human beings. It gives the head movement and flexibility to it. A slight change in the neck can lead to increasing pain. Pain in the neck has been a commonly sighted problem these days. […]