How long does lumbago last, and how can it be treated?

Lumbago, or low back pain, is one of the most common spinal pathologies. In fact, according to the WHO, it affects 70% of the population. That’s why here at Instituto Clavel, we’d like to tell you more about it, including how long it lasts and how the pain can be treated.

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01-04-2022

Types of upper back pain and possible causes

Back pain is the second most common complaint that makes people visit a doctor, and while pain in the lumbar spine is the most common, people also suffer from various types of upper back pain. In this article, we describe the various types of upper back pain and its causes.

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25-03-2022

Scoliosis: degrees of severity, types, and treatment

It is estimated that approximately 3% of the adolescent population has scoliosis of the spine, but in most cases, the curvature does not exceed 30 degrees. If you would like to know more about this condition, we invite you to read this article prepared by our spine specialists at Instituto Clavel.  

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18-03-2022

Non-surgical treatments for a cervical disc herniation

Most patients suffering from a cervical disc herniation do not need surgery. With the right treatments, the condition usually improves in a matter of four to six weeks. We invite you read the following article to find out more about these treatments.

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10-03-2022

What is disc desiccation and how can it be treated?

Did you know that your intervertebral discs can become dehydrated? When this happens, it can cause pain that interferes with your daily activities. Today we tell you what disc desiccation is and how it can be treated.

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01-03-2022

Spinal stenosis: symptoms and severity

Spinal stenosis is a pathology that causes low back pain, numbness or weakness in the legs, among other symptoms. In the following, we discuss these symptoms and their severity. 

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28-02-2022

Types of disc herniations and how they can affect your daily life

Intervertebral disc hernias are classified according to the three areas of the spine where they can occur. In this article, we will review these three types of hernias, and describe how they can affect your daily life if left untreated.

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