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Spinal Cord Stenosis

Spinal Cord Stenosis

Harold Gladwell, MD Musculoskeletal Issues

Spinal stenosis is a specific condition characterized by the narrowing of spaces in the spine. This narrowing results in pressure on the spinal cord and nerve roots which can lead to a number of problems, depending on the nerves which are affected.

Discectomy: Pros & Cons

Discectomy: Pros & Cons

Harold Gladwell, MD Musculoskeletal Issues

An open discectomy is the most common surgical treatment for ruptured or herniated discs of the lumbar spine. This surgery is used to remove a part of the damaged disc which is relieving the pressure on the nerve tissue and alleviating the pain.

Barbiturate

Barbiturate

Bethany Taylor, MD Prescription & Over-The-Counter Drugs

Barbiturates are the earliest known class of sedative-hypnotic agents. These agents were once extremely popular drugs to abuse. Benzodiazepines have largely replaced barbiturates for outpatient medical therapy.