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Tips for Relieving Muscle Spasms Caused by a Herniated Disc

on August 21, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team

A herniated disc is a condition in which the soft inner part of a spinal disc bulges out through a tear in the tough outer layer. This can put pressure on the nearby nerves and cause pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness in the back, neck, ...

Are Discectomies Orthopedic Surgical Procedures?

on August 18, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team

When a person is facing debilitating back pain caused by a herniated or damaged spinal disc, a discectomy is often recommended as a potential solution. This orthopedic surgical procedure aims to alleviate pain and improve mobility by ...

Effective Ways to Alleviate Sciatic Nerve Pain

on August 16, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team

Sciatic nerve pain can be excruciating and disrupt your daily life. The sciatic nerve, the longest nerve in the body, runs from the lower back down through the buttocks and legs. When it becomes irritated or compressed, it can lead to ...

How to Use Ice Therapy Safely and Effectively After Microdiscectomy

on August 14, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team

Microdiscectomy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that involves removing a small portion of a herniated disc that may be pressing against a nerve root and causing pain, weakness, or numbness in the lower back and legs. The goal of ...

How to Recognize and Treat a Herniated Disc Emergency

on August 11, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team

A herniated disc is a common spinal condition that can cause discomfort and pain. In most cases, it can be managed with conservative treatments. However, there are instances when a herniated disc becomes a medical emergency that requires ...

Overcoming Foot Numbness Post-Discectomy: A Guide to Recovery

on August 9, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team

Foot numbness can be a distressing symptom, often arising from spinal conditions such as herniated discs. For many, undergoing a discectomy or less invasive microdiscectomy is a viable solution to relieve pain and discomfort. However, one ...

Understanding Sciatica Aggravation during Pregnancy: Causes and Solutions

on August 7, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team

Pregnancy is a beautiful journey filled with joy and anticipation, but it can also bring its fair share of discomforts. One common issue some pregnant women face is sciatica, a painful condition caused by compression or irritation of the ...

Post-Microdiscectomy Bruising: Should You Be Concerned?

on August 4, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team

A microdiscectomy can be a life-changing procedure for a person who is suffering from debilitating back pain caused by a herniated disc. However, as with any surgical intervention, it is natural to experience certain postoperative ...

How Can a Back Brace Help You with Sciatica?

on August 2, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team

Sciatica is a condition characterized by pain radiating along the sciatic nerve, which extends from the lower back down to the legs. It is often caused by the compression or irritation of the nerve roots in the lumbar spine. Symptoms may ...

Long-Term Follow-Up of Lumbar Microdiscectomy: Unveiling the 10-Year Outcome

on July 28, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team

Lumbar microdiscectomy is a surgical procedure commonly used to treat herniated discs in the lower back, providing relief from pain and restoring mobility. While short-term outcomes of this surgery have been extensively studied, the ...

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