{"id":29264,"date":"2023-08-19T22:43:07","date_gmt":"2023-08-19T22:43:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sciatica.com\/?p=29264"},"modified":"2024-12-18T12:45:20","modified_gmt":"2024-12-18T12:45:20","slug":"what-is-myelomalacia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sciatica.com\/blog\/what-is-myelomalacia\/","title":{"rendered":"Myelopathy: Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Dr. Salari is a Board-Certified, Fellowship-Trained Orthopedic Spine Surgeon with specialized training in the operative and non-operative treatment of pathologic conditions affecting the spine. He specializes in ultra-minimally invasive endoscopic spine surgery and cervical artificial disc replacement.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Spinal injuries can wreak havoc on your life, impacting your organs, motor functions or senses. They must be handled with prompt medical attention to prevent lasting damage. Speak with your doctor if you notice any peculiar symptoms, such as those caused by myelopathy.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Myelopathy is a common spinal cord condition that can limit a person\u2019s function and mobility. The condition can take a toll on a person\u2019s physical and mental health when left untreated, so prompt intervention is critical. Understanding the condition and the treatments available can help you better navigate a diagnosis.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Myelopathy refers to severe spinal cord compression, which can have different causes. A compressed spinal cord can limit or alter function, resulting in pain, poor motor function or numbness. The nerves within the compressed area can also be at risk of long-term damage without prompt treatment. Different types of myelopathy, such as cervical myelopathy<\/a> and spinal myelopathy<\/a>, affect different areas of the spine.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Pain in the neck or back is the primary symptom of myelopathy since spinal cord compression puts pressure on nerves. Pain is enough to limit a person\u2019s daily activities or their involvement in life. However, other notable symptoms of myelopathy include:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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