Philip Henkin

Spinal stenosis can be treated with a surgery called a laminectomy. But there are other ways to treat the condition as well. For example, after a laminectomy, you can try physical therapy. There are also signs to watch out for that could mean you need a laminectomy. You may feel pain or tightness in your back or legs when you have spinal stenosis. You should talk to your doctor if you have this symptom. Depending on what's wrong with you, you may need surgery. The surgery will help ease your pain and give the nerves in your spine more space. Spinal stenosis can be caused by a back injury, arthritis, bone spurs, or the normal wear and tear that comes with aging. With good care, some people can slow down the progress of the disease. Taking steps to keep a healthy weight and improve your posture can also slow the process. Pain in the back or legs, numbness, and weakness are common signs. In some cases, patients have trouble urinating and staying on their feet. They might also have tr...

A blood vessel aneurysm is a big hole or bulging in the wall of a blood vessel in the body. The brain, aorta, and abdominal cavity are all possible locations. Aneurysm symptoms might range from mild discomfort to severe debilitation. However, various procedures, like surgery and angioplasty, can help ease the symptoms of an aneurysm or even remove it entirely. Aortic aneurysms are balloon-like dilations in the aorta, the body's major artery. Internal bleeding, circulatory collapse, and shock are the symptoms of circulatory failure, which an aneurysm rupture can bring on. Several medical issues can cause an aortic aneurysm. Aortic aneurysms are often brought on by trauma, illness, or atherosclerosis. Aortic aneurysms can sometimes occur in patients who show no symptoms. A stent, a tiny metal or fabric device, can be put in the inner wall of the aorta to decrease pressure on an aortic aneurysm before it ruptures. The vast majority of aneurysms are treatable without surgical interven...