Article : Spinal Cord Compression

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Although spinal cord compression might not be the most commonly occurring spinal issue, it is nonetheless a serious one. If left untreated, spinal cord compression can cause long-term damage. There are several potential causes of spinal cord compression. The compression can be the result of an injury caused by an accident or other trauma. Lesions within the spinal cord can also lead to compression. The development of tumors and abscesses can often cause spinal cord compression over the course of several weeks as well. Spinal cord compression may happen because of the gradual onset of bone spurs and other protrusions that place pressure on the spinal cord.

Treatment for Spinal Cord Compression

Regardless of the cause, spinal cord compression can result in intense pain and discomfort. The location of the pain frequently corresponds to the nervous system functions of the compressed area. Pain is typically experienced in the limbs and extremities. In severe cases, it is not uncommon for a person to lose sensation in one part of the body, often a limb. The longer the condition goes untreated, the greater the threat becomes that permanent damage might occur. Unfortunately, symptoms experienced from this condition can be exacerbated by spinal infection due to either bacterial or fungal organisms.

The effects of spinal cord compression can be lessened or even reversed if the condition is treated in a prompt and efficient manner. Spine surgeons at the Chapman Neurosurgical Spine Institute are up-to-date on the latest research and they specialize in treating people suffering from spinal cord compression regardless of the cause. Different types of laser spine surgery performed by spine surgeons at the Chapman Neurosurgical Spine Institute can be very effective in mitigating, and in some cases eliminating the symptoms of spinal compression, spinal infection and other problems associated with the back and spine. The surgeons at Chapman Neurosurgical Spine Institute focus on using the least invasive procedures when possible and to that end, offer alternative treatments to laser spine surgery, such as physical therapy. That said, the more serious symptoms of spinal cord compression and spinal infection may be best treated by a spine surgeon with specialized training in laser spine surgery.

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