Spine treatments

05-07-2023

What is idiopathic scoliosis and how is it treated?

According to the World Health Organization, 3 out of every 100 people suffer from some type of scoliosis. Here, the experts at Instituto Clavel explain what idiopathic scoliosis is and how it is treated.  

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22-06-2023

What is L4-L5 canal stenosis, and how does it affect your health?

L4-L5 canal stenosis affects the lower lumbar area of the spine. This intervertebral space is prone to degeneration because it is at the end of the lumber spine and supports a significant part of the body’s weight. Knowing what L4-L5 canal stenosis is and how it can affect your health is important, because it can prematurely worsen your quality of life.

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15-06-2023

Scoliosis surgery: what you need to know

When faced with the prospect of scoliosis surgery, it’s normal to have many questions. In this article we share our answers to the questions we are most frequently asked. 

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18-05-2023

What is lumbar fusion surgery?

Lumbar arthrodesis, better known as lumbar or interbody fusion, is surgery in which two or more vertebral bodies (somas) are fused to keep them permanently together. The objective of this surgery is to reduce pain in this vertebral segment.

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04-05-2023

What is spinal arthroplasty? Dr. Giner answers your questions

Spinal arthroplasty, also known as artificial disc replacement (ADR), is the replacement of a damaged intervertebral disc with an artificial disc. Low back pain is one of the most common health issues for both young and old people. In this article, Dr. Giner explains the details and purpose of spinal arthroplasty surgery.

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09-03-2023

How is a herniated disc diagnosed? Dr. Santander answers your questions.

A herniated disc in the spine is a condition in which the nucleus pulposus of the intervertebral disc escapes through the torn or ruptured annulus fibrosus and invades the spinal canal, displacing or pinching nerve roots. It is one of the most common causes of radicular and back pain, and can become incapacitating. In this article, Dr. Santander explains how herniated discs are diagnosed.

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