Orthopaedic MD

We at Cedars-Sinai are completely devoted to healing in all areas of medicine. As a result, we've developed Cedars-Sinai Institute for Spinal Disorders — a comprehensive and advanced spine center dedicated to the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of all back and spine pain and conditions.

Back pain is the number one problem facing the workforce in the United States today. This Patient's Guide discusses the Anatomy, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment of Low Back Pain.

In-depth information on chronic pain, including the different kinds of pain, what can cause and exacerbate chronic pain, and chronic pain treatments. Written and peer reviewed by physicians who specialize in spine medicine.

Definition Disk removal is one of the most common types of back surgery. Diskectomy (also called discectomy) is the removal of an intervertebral disk, the flexible plate that connects any two adjacent vertebrae in the spine. Intervertebral disks act as shock absorbers, protecting the brain and spinal cord from the impact produced by the body's movements. Encyclopedia of Surgery: A Guide for Patients and Caregivers

Orthospine is a site for patient information about spine diseases, spinal problems, low back pain, leg pain, arm pain, neck pain, spinal deformity, acute pain or chronic pain. Education on diagnosis, treatment regarding pinched nerves, sprained muscles, t

Flash Animation of Spinal Conditions. Posted by the Chinese Orthopaedic Website Orthochina

In-depth information on spine fusion surgery, including common surgical techniques and fusion patient preparation and recovery. Written and peer reviewed by physicians who specialize in spine medicine.

Overview of the anatomy of the disc and what causes it to be herniated

Fact sheet including how this condition develops, symptoms, and treatment options

Overview of what it is and how it can be treated through medication, posture, and exercise.

Patient Information In depth review of scoliosis

In Depth Review of Scoliosis - Common Types (Idiopathic)

Introduction
When one views a normal spine form behind, the back appears straight and the trunk symmetrical. When the normal spine is viewed from the side, curves are seen in the neck, upper trunk and lower trunk. The upper trunk has a gentle rounded contour called kyphosis and the lower trunk has a reverse direction of the rounded contour called lordosis. Deviations from this normal alignment may reflect abnormal kyphosis or lordosis or, more commonly, scoliosis.

AAOS Online Service Fact SheetKyphosis (Curvature of the Spine)
Few things bother parents more than their child's posture. This is particularly true for an exaggerated rounding to the back. Some degree of curvature to the spine is normal. The term "kyphosis" (kI-fO-sis) is usually applied to the curve that results in an exaggerated "round-back." A variety of disorders may be responsible for this condition