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In-depth information on osteoarthritis of the spine (or spinal arthritis), including diagnosis and strategies for osteoarthritis pain relief such as arthritis medications and exercise. Written and peer reviewed by physicians who specialize in spine medicine. Expert

In-depth information on osteoarthritis of the spine (or spinal arthritis), including diagnosis and strategies for osteoarthritis pain relief such as arthritis medications and exercise. Written and peer reviewed by physicians who specialize in spine medicine. Expert

In-depth information written and peer-reviewed by physicians to help patients better understand disorders related to the back and spine and treatment options. Includes animations of surgical procedures, patient message board communities, and podcasts.

Glossary of terms associated with spondylitis (arthrits of the spine)

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Spine Conditions The following spine animations detail common spine conditions including spondylolisthesis, stenosis, DDD, herniated disc, sciatica, spine fractures, spine tumors, scoliosis, osteoarthritis, and osteoporosis.

One page summary of treatments.

Tips on dealing with spinal stenosis (narrowing of canal in spine), which causes pain in buttocks, thighs and legs.

Includes information on what back pain is, causes, effects, diagnosis, evaluation, management, treatment, and coping.

Fact Sheet including information on causes, diagnossis and treatment.

Brief overview of back pain risk factors and management.

Includes causes, a guide to treatment, description of diagnosistic tests, and a guide to prevention. Good solid illustrated information.

Instructions for 6 exercises. Highly Reputable

British nonprofit organization whose Web site contains information for patients, puhlications and products, telephone helpline, and local branch contact information.

Fact sheet on backpacks and kids, including risk factors and how to choose a backpack Highly Reputable