A new study offers hope for patients with thoracic ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament (TOPLL), a rare spinal disorder. Researchers in Japan found that surgery to decompress and ...

A new, highly accurate, neuromonitoring method that can be used during thoracic spine surgery to prevent malpositioning of pedicle screws such that they enter the spinal canal and possibly cause ...

Upper back pain is less common than lower back pain, but it can still be chronic and impact your life. It’s easier to know how to treat upper back pain if you understand its causes. Express.co.uk ...

Pain in the upper right back can occur due to muscle strain, spinal fractures, osteoarthritis, and herniated disks. Treatments may involve a combination of home treatments and medical intervention.

The lonely fossil of a 2.5-year-old early human ancestor has revealed for the first time that the spines of ancient hominins were a lot like ours — and a lot not. New research, published today (May 22 ...

Disorders of the back and spine are extremely common, particularly in older adults. Nerve roots or the spinal cord itself can become compressed, leading to neurological symptoms of pain, numbness, and ...