Manifestations vary according to the nerve root or roots involved (Figure 2). Pain and sensory symptoms are most common; motor weakness and reflex abnormalities may also be seen. The L5 and S1 ...

2000).The majority of herniated discs occur in a posterolateral direction, compressing the ipsilateral nerve root as it exits from the dural sac. Thus, a left L5-S1 disc herniation compresses the ...

Lumbar disc herniation is one of the most common structural changes in the lower back and it is also the most common cause for radiating pain, so-called sciatica. Radiating pain is caused by nerve ...

It may be significant that the maximum concentration of anesthetic in the subarachnoid space came in contact with the lumbar nerve roots on the previously affected right side. We have reason to ...

One big ball could be just what you need to rock your core into shape. Experts say stability balls help prevent back pain and improve balance, making them a great choice for home workouts.

FIGURE 68-4. Left L5-S1 TEI. AP view showing a neurogram pattern of left S1 and L5 nerve roots. For the L5-S1 foramen, the C-arm source often needs to be tilted in a caudad direction to accommodate ...

Shooting leg pain or peripheral numbness and tingling may occur when anterior slippage of a lumbar vertebra occurs, called spondylolistheses, most commonly due to degenerative changes. This, in turn, ...

The lumbar spine connects the torso to the pelvis and allows the body to bend, flex, and twist around the torso. In most cases, there is plenty of room inside the bony portion spine for the spinal ...

Aamir Khan Productions' Laapataa Ladies, directed by Kiran Rao, has been immensely loved by the audience and has earned amazing reviews from all corners. Following its amazing theatrical run, the ...