When Loraine Young discovered that her beloved dachshund, Andy, could not get out of bed, she knew that something was wrong. Her typically energetic dog began dragging his legs behind him, unable to walk. She took Andy to Saint Francis Veterinary Center and discovered that he needed emergency spine surgery. Andy was suffering from a […]
Learn MoreBrain and Spine Tumor Anatomy and Functions
Brain and Spine Tumor Anatomy The brain controls many important body functions, such as emotions, vision, thought, speech, and movement. The spinal cord connects the brain to nerves in most parts of the body. This allows the brain to send messages throughout the body. The network of the brain and spinal cord is called the […]
Learn MoreDr. Johnson Interviewed on Dr. Phil’s Phil in the Blanks
Be sure and listen to our own Dr. J. Patrick Johnson, appearing on the most recent episode of Dr. Phil McGraw’s Phil In the Blank podcast. From Phil In the Blanks: Dr. Phil brings a special “Back To School” podcast with renowned neurosurgeon and concussion expert Dr. J. Patrick Johnson. He talks about how medicine […]
Learn MoreThe Aging Spine and Degenerative Disc Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease As we age the rubbery discs that normally act as shock absorbers between vertebrae begin to wear and lose their flexibility. Our discs also lose fluid leading to a loss of height. Osteoporosis can cause bones to lose mass and become brittle. Combined with years of repeated daily stresses, the damage can […]
Learn MoreWhat Is Osteoporosis?
Osteoporosis is a Bone Disease Osteoporosis is a disease that thins and weakens the bones to the point that they become fragile and break easily. Women and men with osteoporosis most often break bones in the hip, spine, and wrist, but any bone can be affected. You can’t “catch” osteoporosis or give it to someone […]
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