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Elderly man has pain in fingers and hands, suggestive of radiculopathy.

Spine Care

What Causes Radiculopathy in the Spine?

Pain, numbness, tingling or weakness in an arm or leg may seem unrelated to your spine. But these symptoms can sometimes occur when a nerve root near the spine becomes compressed or irritated. This condition, called...

October 14, 2026

6 min read

A doctor is helping a patient with a foot injury. The patient is wearing a gray and white outfit.

Spine Care

Foot Drop: Is the Problem in Your Foot, Leg or Spine?

If you notice your toes catching on the ground, your foot slapping when you walk or that you have to lift your knee higher than usual to avoid tripping, these changes can be signs of foot drop. Although foot drop...

October 9, 2026

7 min read

A middle-aged man awaiting surgery in the hospital, with his doctor's hand on his shoulder.

Brain & Mental Health Diseases & Conditions Spine Care

Spinal Fusion Surgery: Who’s a Good Candidate and What to Expect

If chronic back pain or spinal instability has made everyday life more difficult, spinal fusion surgery might be an option worth considering. It’s often recommended when nonsurgical treatments haven’t worked and spinal...

December 23, 2025

4 min read

Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Spine Care

Can Kyphosis Be Reversed?

Kyphosis is a spinal condition causing an excessive curve in the upper back, sometimes leading to discomfort and an altered posture. Whether you’re an older adult, teenager, or infant, the causes, symptoms, and...

April 18, 2024

2 min read

Children’s Health Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Spine Care

Understanding Spondylolisthesis Surgery and Other Treatments

Spondylolisthesis surgery may be required to fuse bones back together or alleviate pressure from the spinal nerves.

March 18, 2024

4 min read

Children’s Health Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Spine Care

What are the Signs of Scoliosis? Plus, Available Treatments

Scoliosis is a sideways curve of the spine and back, with curves sometimes following an “S” or a “C” shape. It typically occurs in adolescents between 10 and 18 years old, and is relatively common, affecting as many as...

December 1, 2023

4 min read

Topic: Spine Care

What Causes Radiculopathy in the Spine?

Foot Drop: Is the Problem in Your Foot, Leg or Spine?

Spinal Fusion Surgery: Who’s a Good Candidate and What to Expect

Can Kyphosis Be Reversed?

Understanding Spondylolisthesis Surgery and Other Treatments

What are the Signs of Scoliosis? Plus, Available Treatments

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