Even superheroes get hurt. Many times, this trauma is inflicted upon the brain or spine. Comic book heroes and villains have a unique ability to withstand extreme trauma to their central nervous system- they are super, after all.
Lumbar puncture, also known as a spinal tap, can be used as a diagnostic tool for idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH), previously known a pseudotumor cerebri.
Lumbar foraminal stenosis can cause significant pain and discomfort from a pinched nerve in the spine. Lumbar foraminotomy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that can treat leg and sciatic pain associated with foraminal and spinal stenosis.
CSF (cerebrospinal fluid) is a clear, protective fluid that surrounds the brain and spinal cord. It plays a vital role in cushioning and nourishing these delicate structures. However, sometimes a problem called a CSF leak can occur, which can lead to various symptoms and complications
Before considering surgical treatment options, it is important to understand Chiari malformation and its impact on the body. The condition occurs when the cerebellar tonsils, located at the base of the brain, protrude into the spinal canal.