Prophylaxis | Inflammation of the intervertebral disc

Prophylaxis There are no general behaviours or preventive measures to protect yourself from an intervertebral disc inflammation. In principle, any more serious infection can lead to a release of the pathogens into the intervertebral discs. The risk is particularly high in infections of the abdominal cavity, the urogenital tract or the pelvis. In order to … Prophylaxis | Inflammation of the intervertebral disc

Hemangioma of the spinal column

Definition Hemangiomas in the spine are common benign tumors that affect about one in ten people. They are rarely detected and cause symptoms in only a few cases. Hemangiomas are so-called “blood sponges”, which consist of blood vessels. Hemangiomas can occur all over the body, but the most common locations are on the scalp, neck, … Hemangioma of the spinal column

Vertebral body fracture | Hemangioma of the spinal column

Vertebral body fracture This is the most common benign tumor disease of the spine. Hemangiomas mainly affect the thoracic and lumbar spine. A hemangioma vertebra is only noticed by those affected in rare cases. The vertebra can be first noticed by routine examinations or by a sinter fracture. Occasionally there may also be slight pressure … Vertebral body fracture | Hemangioma of the spinal column

Wryneck

Synonyms: Torticollis, Torticollis spasmodicus Wryneck – What is it? Wryneck (torticollis) is a collective term for many different congenital or acquired neck malpositions resulting in an asymmetrical posture of the neck or head. The term torticollis used in medical terminology is derived from the Latin words tortus for twisted and collis for neck. What is … Wryneck

Therapy / treatment of scoliosis – What can be done?

The treatment of scoliosis (scoliosis therapy) depends on the age of the patient and the severity of the scoliosis. The best therapeutic success with scoliosis therapy is achieved during the growth phase in childhood. If the spine is only slightly affected by scoliosis (curvature below 20°), physiotherapy may be sufficient to strengthen the back muscles. … Therapy / treatment of scoliosis – What can be done?

Treatment in adulthood | Therapy / treatment of scoliosis – What can be done?

Treatment in adulthood It is difficult to make a general statement about the therapy, since many factors such as symptom burden, consequential damage and dynamics play a role. In adolescent patients, a corset is often used in the treatment of scoliosis. However, this is not common in adult patients. In adult patients, there is usually … Treatment in adulthood | Therapy / treatment of scoliosis – What can be done?