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What Is a Slipped Disc?

Hassan Ali2022-03-01T16:29:42-08:00

Dr. Abid Qureshi of Golden State Orthopedics & Spine describes a slipped disc.

Question: What is a slipped disc?

Answer: Commonly called a slipped disc, a disc herniation is an injury to the cushion structure in between the vertebrae of the spine. When a disc is herniated, the outer ring tears and the jelly-like substance from the center bulges through the tear putting pressure on the surrounding nerves. This can happen in various degrees of severity which are characterized by pain and inflammation. Herniations can happen over time as discs become weaker or lose fluid, or being injured during a traumatic episode.

What Is a Slipped Disc?Hassan Ali2022-03-01T16:29:42-08:00

What is a PARS defect?

Hassan Ali2022-04-26T14:00:10-07:00

Dr. Abid Qureshi of Golden State Orthopedics & Spine describes a PARS defect.

Question: What is a PARS defect?

Answer: A PARS defect is a common cause of lower back pain in young athletes. The PARS interarticularis, or PARS, is located between the pedicle and the lamina of the vertebrae which make up the spine. The PARS is where the bone is the weakest and susceptible to injury. Injuries here are usually caused by excessive and repetitive strain, mostly hyperextension leading to a stress fracture or even a complete fracture. PARS fractures are characterized by pain and stiffness in

What is a PARS defect?Hassan Ali2022-04-26T14:00:10-07:00

Can You Still Play Sports With Scoliosis?

Hassan Ali2022-05-02T08:03:52-07:00

Dr. Abid Qureshi of Golden State Orthopedics & Spine talks about playing sports with scoliosis.

Question: Can you still play sports with scoliosis?

Answer: Yes. In general, for curvatures below 50 degrees in magnitude, all sports can be played.

Can You Still Play Sports With Scoliosis?Hassan Ali2022-05-02T08:03:52-07:00

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