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Back & Spine
Information about back pain, disc problems, spinal conditions, and neck issues
Lower Back
Worn Disc (Degenerative Disc Disease)
Degenerative disc disease is when the cushioning discs between your spine bones wear down with age, causing back pain. Learn about symptoms, conservative treatment, and when surgery might help.
Slipped Disc (Lower Back)
A slipped disc in your lower back happens when the soft cushion between your spine bones bulges out and presses on a nerve. Learn about sciatica, treatment options, and recovery.
Spinal Canal Narrowing (Lower Back)
Spinal stenosis is narrowing of the spinal canal that puts pressure on your nerves. Learn about neurogenic claudication, treatment options from physiotherapy to decompression surgery, and what to expect.