What are the Stages of Degenerative Disc Disease – and Which ‘Stage’ are You in?
What are the Stages of Degenerative Disc Disease – and Which ‘Stage’ are You in? What is Degenerative Disc Disease? Degenerative disc disease (DDD) is the natural aging or traumatic breakdown of a spinal disc, which causes the spine’s anatomy to be altered from...
Four facts about the spinal column
Four facts about the spinal column In medical practice, a thorough understanding of the anatomy and functions of the spine is essential in order to effectively treat patients with back pain and musculoskeletal disorders. The spine, consisting of 24 vertebral bones,...
The importance of health innovations using the example of endoscopy at the Hôpital du Valais
The importance of health innovations using the example of endoscopy at the Hôpital du Valais At the Hôpital du Valais in Sion, innovation to improve patient treatment is a top priority. A prominent example of this is the endoscopic treatment of the spine. This...
Healthy Back
Keep a healthy back Rapid technological advances and the development of new techniques are constantly changing spine surgery. Discover four important advances in spine surgery you should know nad get tips for keeping a healthy back: Maintaining a healthy weight can...