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Nerve conduction studies / EMG
Nerve Conduction Studies / EMG Nerve conduction studies (NCS) and electromyography (EMG) are diagnostic tests that are used to evaluate the function of the nerves and muscles. NCS measures the speed and strength of nerve impulses as they travel through a nerve. EMG measures the electrical activity of a muscle
Computed Tomography (CT)
Computed Tomography (CT) Computed tomography (CT) is a medical imaging technique that uses X-rays to produce detailed cross-sectional images of the body. Here’s how it works: The patient lies on a table that slides into a large, doughnut-shaped machine called a CT scanner. The CT scanner produces a series of
What is an MRI?
What is an MRI? Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a medical imaging technique that uses a strong magnetic field and radio waves to produce detailed images of the inside of the body. Here’s how it works: The patient lies on a table that slides into a large, tube-shaped machine called
What is a disc bulge
What is a disc bulge? A disc bulge is a common condition that occurs when the soft, gel-like center (nucleus pulposus) of a spinal disc pushes outward against the outer ring of the disc (annulus fibrosus). This can cause the disc to bulge or protrude outward, leading to a condition
What is a compression fracture?
What is a compression fracture? A compression fracture of the spine is a type of fracture that occurs when the bones of the spine (vertebrae) become crushed or compressed. Compression fractures can be caused by a variety of factors, including osteoporosis (a condition that causes the bones to become weak
Scheuermann’s kyphosis
Scheuermann’s Kyphosis Scheuermann’s kyphosis is a condition that affects the spine and causes an excessive curvature of the upper back, leading to a hunched posture. It is named after Danish radiologist Holger Scheuermann, who first described the condition in the 1920s. Scheuermann’s kyphosis is caused by a structural deformity of