To understand neck pain, it helps to understand the anatomy of the neck. The cervical vertebrae, the spine of the neck, is composed of seven vertebrae that surround the spinal cord and canal. Between these vertebrae are discs, and the nerves of the neck pass nearby. Within the neck, structures include the skin, neck muscles, … Read more
Epidural injections, considered intermediate treatments, can result in relief when other therapy measures have not provided a solution for herniated discs. A herniated disc, also known as a slipped disc or ruptured disc, often irritates nearby nerves, which can result in pain, numbness or weakness in an arm or leg. Inflammation in the surrounding area, … Read more
The ligaments in the wrist aren’t able to keep up with the force and technical advancements of tennis players. That’s the theme of this fascinating article about wrist injuries in the world’s top tennis players. According to the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM), with so many bones, ligaments, tendons, and joints keeping hands … Read more
Workplace headaches are difficult to avoid considering we live in the 21st century. A headache, technically a pain located anywhere in the head or neck, will impact the vast majority of the population at some point in our lives, and in any given year, almost 90% of men and 95% of women have at least … Read more
Our own Dr. Steven Horowitz delivered the game ball at the Brooklyn Nets vs. Phoenix Suns match on March 17, 2014, which took place at the Nets’ home court at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. Dr. Horowitz must have brought the Nets luck, since they went on to win the game 108-95, with point guard … Read more
“These bones don’t just break,” said the hand surgeon of The Center For Musculoskeletal Disorders. In a story on Paul Pierce of the Brooklyn Nets, it was revealed that the 36-year-old star had injured his hand. This caused him to miss up to a month on the court with what was determined to be a … Read more
Unlike a broken arm or leg, a vertebral fracture may not be immediately evident. However, it can cause significant back pain. Many conditions produce back pain that slowly intensifies with time, but a spinal fracture can cause abrupt and extreme discomfort. This type of pain typically increases with activity. Any action that involves the lifting … Read more
The invention of laser over 50 years ago, in which focal light beams are targeted over a very narrow wavelength range, in a coherent fashion, has revolutionized medicine. Currently, its major uses are in ophthalmology, oncology, cosmetic surgery, as well as new advances in biomedical research and engineering. The ability of the laser with its … Read more