The etiology of osteoid osteoma is unclear, but nerve fibers found within the nidus or the fibrovascular zone may explain the intensity of pain associated with these lesions. 7-9 Infective or ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Operative treatment of adult symptomatic lumbar scoliosis had significantly greater and durable clinical ...

Scoliosis is a spinal condition that occurs when there is an abnormal curve of the spine. Often, scoliosis cases are mild and do not need extensive treatment, but there are very severe cases that ...

Scoliosis is an abnormal, sideways curvature of the spine. In scoliosis, the vertebrae curve to one side and rotate or twist. This can make it appear as if you are leaning to one side. The curve of ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I am a 72-year-old woman, and I have developed painful burning and tingling in my feet over the past several months, to the point that I cannot sleep many nights. Unfortunately, I ...

A young teenage girl reaches for the rigid plastic brace waiting on her desk. She slides it beneath her shirt, tightening the straps until they press against her ribs. It is part of her routine to ...

People may be able to treat lower back pain with home remedies. However, if pain persists or is severe, a person may need medical treatment. Lower back pain may occur due to heavy lifting, an injury, ...

Causes of lower left back pain include injuries, arthritis, and inflammatory diseases You can manage your pain by using careful preventive measures, getting a timely diagnosis, and following a ...

Ms. D was diagnosed with progressive scoliosis (secondary to the osteoid osteoma) in an immature patient with resolved pain (status post RF ablation). She began nighttime bending-brace treatment and ...