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They help maintain the alignment of the spinal bones (vertebrae) and limit excessive motion. There are 24 vertebrae that form the spine, with two facet joints between each. By definition, arthropathy ...

especially if the patient has arthritis in other parts of the body. But other spinal arthritis conditions can also cause it. For example, some athletes or former athletes develop minor osteoarthritis ...

No matter what the cause of the spinal disease, making changes around the house can help a lot. Ramps help dogs get up the ...

Patients with radiographic axial spondyloarthritis (r-axSpA) report significant reductions in nighttime spinal pain and ...

Neck pain can be one of the effects of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). In the highest risk group (male sex, positive rheumatoid factor, longstanding and erosive joint disease), up to 80% of individuals ...

Spondylolisthesis occurs when a vertebra slips forward out of place onto the vertebra below, explained Jessica Stark, MD, spine surgeon at UTHealth Houston. This slippage, a sequela of arthritis, ...

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AxSpA can bring on plantar fasciitis, which is when inflammation in the heel causes the sole of your foot to hurt. You may ...

It can look like you have a hump in your back. Lordosis – An increased curve toward the front of your body in your lower back or neck area. Scoliosis – The spine curves from side to side in an S-shape ...