spinedoctors

Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip

The hip is commonly described as a "ball-and-socket" type joint. In a healthy hip, the ball at the top end… Read More

October 9, 2018

Achondroplasia Clinical Presentation

Achondroplasia is a genetic disorder that leads to dwarfism. In those with the condition, the legs and arms are short,… Read More

October 5, 2018

Classifying Spondylolisthesis

Spondylolisthesis occurs when a�vertebra of the spine slips forward over the vertebra below it. Spondylolisthesis can be categorized as: congenital… Read More

October 4, 2018

Scoliosis Clinical Presentation

Scoliosis is a medical condition where an individual's spine is diagnosed with an abnormal curve. The natural curvature of the… Read More

October 4, 2018

Rheumatoid Arthritis of the Cervical Spine

Rheumatoid arthritis, or RA, is a chronic health issue which affects approximately 1 percent of the population in the United… Read More

October 3, 2018

Imaging Diagnostics for Flexion Teardrop Fractures

A teardrop fracture is caused when the anteroinferior aspect of a cervical vertebral body is damaged due to flexion of… Read More

October 2, 2018

Vertebral Fracture Diagnosis Imaging Studies

A vertebral fracture is a common health issue which can often cause bone fragments to damage the spinal chord and… Read More

October 1, 2018

Spine Trauma Imaging Diagnostics Evaluation

Imaging diagnostics are an essential element in the evaluation of spine trauma. Over the last few decades, the rapid evolution… Read More

September 28, 2018

Imaging Diagnostics of Abnormalities of the Spine

Imaging diagnostics of the spine consist from radiographies to computed tomography scanning, or CT scans, in which CT is utilized… Read More

September 27, 2018