The thyroid is a two-part gland at the base of the neck that regulates the body's energy level. Doctors perform surgery in nearly all people with thyroid cancer, except for the anaplastic type, a rapidly growing disease that spreads throughout the...
The spinal column, or backbone, protects the spinal cord and the spinal nerves that exit the spinal column. The foramina are canals in which the spinal nerves exit the spinal column and track through the body. Foraminal stenosis is a narrowing of...
Suffering from pains in your neck, whether they be chronic or from an injury, can have a great impact on your life. Oftentimes, it will be almost impossible to move your head, drive a car or do any kind of exercise. Sometimes neck pains lead to...
Whiplash is a very general term used to describe many a different neck injury or symptoms. Most people equate whiplash with a rear-end automobile collision and severe pain in the neck. Although this is the most common cause of whiplash, it can...
If you think you have suffered any kind of neck trauma, no matter how minor it may seem, it is best to see a doctor immediately. Only a physician is qualified to determine the appropriate steps to keep your neck and spinal cord safe. If you are...
Open MRI offers a clear picture of the soft-tissue structures of the human body. These images are not affected by bones and can be taken from any angle or direction. Some of the common open MRI procedures include scans of blood vessels, the brain,...
Just so you know that you receive the most appropriate treatment, your doctor should check the extent to which your oral cancer has spread. First, a tissue sample out of your mouth should test positive. Only then, the doctor can use one or more...
Between each of the body's vertebrae (neck and backbones) there is a disc of tissue that acts as a shock absorber. The outside of the disc is a round doughnut of tough gristle called the "nucleus annularis." In the middle of this doughnut is a...
A bulging disc in the neck is a painful condition that can be debilitating. This condition is usually the result of an auto accident, sports injury or major fall, but it can also develop during the aging process. Rest and rehabilitation can help...
Swimming is a low-impact exercise. This does not, however, exempt swimmers from injury. The constant movements of your arms during a swim meet or practice can lead to pain in your elbows. This condition is often referred to as swimmer's elbow. If...
Basketball involves a number of motions, used in both practice drills and during games, that involve repetitive movements of the elbow. If you lack appropriate conditioning or are overusing your elbows, you increase your risk of an injury. Muscle...
The neck is comprised of multiple structures including seven vertebrae, nerves, discs and muscles. Any of these can be injured causing cervical neck pain. This pain may start out as a dull or intense shooting pain. Your neck feels stiff and it...
At one time doctors relied heavily on plain films or x-rays for information concerning the inner workings of the body. Today more sophisticated equipment reveals far more about the body's interior and uses less harmful methods. Tests such as the...
Neck pain is a common condition that may arise from any number of causes, including poor posture, stress, repetitive use and injury. Inversion therapy is a method for treating neck pain. An inversion table works to alleviate pain by relaxing neck...
