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the median nerve. To do this, the transverse carpal ligament is cut (released). After ... there for a few hours before you go home. Your vital signs, nerve sensation, and blood circulation in

when the spinal nerves or spinal cord are severely compressed or the spine is severely misaligned. Your ... Neurosurgery;Back;Orthopedics;Spinal Fusion;spinal surgery;or1079a;82408

*Posterior Fossa Decompression ... Posterior fossa decompression helps treat Chiari malformation. It is the most common treatment for ... this condition. Posterior Fossa Decompression Posterior fossa decompression helps treat Chiari ... foramen magnum;cerebrospinal fluid;Posterior Fossa Decompression;Chiari malformation;61114

other options with you. Endolymphatic sac decompression or shunt. Pressure on a structure in the ... help ease pressure and reduce symptoms. Vestibular neurectomy. The nerve from the balance

a healthcare provider who specializes in radiology, orthopedic surgery, neurosurgery, or ... Rib or vertebral fracture Irritation of nearby nerves Pain gets worse Problems due to

stops nerve signals that normally travel to certain muscles. This causes the muscles to become weak ... abnormal antibodies attack the links between nerves and muscles. These links are called neuromuscular

the most common problem that affects the wrists. It occurs when the median nerve that runs through the ... hands and wrists. Elbows. Elbow problems often involve too much pressure on the ulnar nerve

. Median Nerve Glides Make a fist with your thumb outside your fingers. Straighten your

and Decompression Sickness Chemical Poisoning and Syrup of Ipecac Food Poisoning Lead

nerve tissue that runs through the hollow portion of the vertebrae. There are a series of nerves ... , also called nerve roots, leading from the spinal cord to different parts of the body. The space

column of nerve tissue that runs through the hollow portion of the vertebrae. There are a series of ... nerves, also called nerve roots, leading from the spinal cord to different parts of the body. The

pressure on the brain and let spinal fluid flow (decompression). Close a myelomeningocele. This ... malformations include: Syrinx develops or gets worse Permanent damage to muscles or nerves Paralysis

recent abdominal surgery, an abdominal infection, a muscle or nerve disorder, and the use of some ... . Bowel decompression. This treatment removes gases and fluids filling the colon. A thin tube called a

Spinal stenosis is a condition in which the spinal canal narrows and pinches the nerves, resulting ... . This narrowing can put pressure on the spinal cord or nerve roots. The spinal column is formed by the

GBM is a type of brain tumor known as a glioma. It starts in glial cells, which help keep the nerve ... Glioblastoma multiforme;GBM;brain tumor;brain cancer;oncology;neurosurgery;neury-oncology;astrocytoma;atrocytes

type of surgery for osteonecrosis is called core decompression surgery. In this procedure, the

treatments. Myasthenia Gravis Myasthenia gravis, or MG, is a type of autoimmune disease. It stops nerve ... between nerves and muscles. The nerves then can’t get signals to the muscles they control, so the muscles

movement of these bones. It also eases the pressure on your spinal cord, nerve roots, or both. It ... discharge instructions for cervical fusion;orthopaedics;neurosurgery;86306;cervical fusion

neuropathy, also called nerve damage, and poor circulation; both directly affecting the health of your ... skin and feet. Your nerves allow you to move and feel. Damage to your nerves may cause: tingling ... amputation;foot;nerves;neuropathy;pain;skin;toe;WN01711_eng

damage the eye's major nerve. All types of glaucoma can cause vision loss and blindness. To understand ... lines the inside of your eye. It sends signals to your optic nerve, which carries them to your