41. CANINE DEGENERATIVE DISK DISEASE This is called a disk rupture or a ruptured disk. Most owners report that a disk rupture occurred following some traumatic event, such as a relatively http://www.pethealthcare.net/html/body_canine_degenerative_disk_disea.html

CANINE DEGENERATIVE DISK DISEASE What is a disk, and what is its purpose? The spinal cord is one of the most important and most sensitive organs in the body. If it is traumatized, its cells will not regenerate; injuries usually result in permanent damage. Therefore, the spinal cord is protected in a very special fashion. It goes through a bony canal within the spine; it is surrounded by protective bone everywhere except over the disks. This extreme protection reflects its importance and its fragility. Disks are rubber-like cushions between the vertebrae. They allow the back to move up and down and sideways without allowing contact between the bones of the spinal column. What does it mean for a disk to rupture, and how does it happen? The disk is composed of two parts. The outer covering is much like a thick shell. It is comprised of tough fibers that protect and contain the central part. It is thinnest at the top; this thin area is located just below the spinal cord. The central part of the disk has the consistency of thick tooth paste; it is much softer than the outer part. When the outer shell degenerates, it allows the central part of the disk to escape. This is called a disk rupture or a ruptured disk. Since the shell is thinnest near the spinal cord, disk material that escapes almost always goes upward, putting pressure on the cord. Because the spinal cord is encased within its bony canal, it cannot move away from the pressure and it becomes pinched.

42. DISK, RUPTURED Weakening and rupture of the disk material, creating pressure on nearby spinal nerves. When necessary, a ruptured disk is often curable with surgery http://www.whisperingpinesmedicalclinic.com/pis/pissheets/diskrupturedpis.htm

DISK, RUPTURED (Herniated Nucleous Pulposis, HNP, Discogenic Back Pain, Slipped Disk) DESCRIPTION FREQUENT SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS CAUSES RISK FACTORS PREVENTATIVE MEASURES EXPECTED OUTCOME POSSIBLE COMPLICATIONS GENERAL MEASURES MEDICATION ACTIVITY DIET NOTIFY WPMC IF: BASIC INFORMATION DESCRIPTION Sudden or gradual break in the supportive ligaments surrounding s spinal disk (cushions separating bony spinal vertebrae). The disks of the neck and lower back are most common sites. FREQUENT SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS Lower back: Severe pain in the lower back or back or one leg, buttock or foot (sciatica). Pain usually affects one side and worsens with movement, coughing sneezing lifting or straining Weakness, numbness or muscular wasting of the affected leg Neck: Pain in the neck, shoulder or down one arm. Pain worsens with movement Weakness, numbness or muscular wasting of the affected arm CAUSES Weakening and rupture of the disk material, creating pressure on nearby spinal nerves. Rupture of the disk is caused by sudden injury or chronic stress, such as from constant lifting or obesity RISK FACTORS Heavy lifting Poor physical condition Twisting violently or jumping hard PREVENTATIVE MEASURES Practice proper posture when lifting Exercise regularly to maintain good muscle tone EXPECTED OUTCOME Spontaneous recovery in many cases. At least 2 weeks in bed should be tried before considering other therapy, unless complications occur. When necessary, a ruptured disk is often curable with surgery

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44. Element Detail: Told By Doctor--Slipped/Ruptured Disk, Neck Details of Element Told by DoctorSlipped/ruptured disk, Neck Component of Natural History of Osteoarthritis. Unique Name tbddn http://blswww.grc.nia.nih.gov/i165/c04/e1650419.htm

Details of Element: Told by DoctorSlipped/Ruptured Disk, Neck Component of Natural History of Osteoarthritis Unique Name: tbddn Contained in the Common BLSA Data Set ? No Data Points (as of 09/06/98) Males Females Total Number of Data Points Number of Distinct Participants Year First Collected Year Last Collected Type of Variable: Absolute Measure Encoding: Continuous Units of Measure: (undeclared) Precision: #. Anticipated Range: 0. thru 2. Masterfile Index: 165-04-19 Related Data Elements: none Specific to this Data Element: Inclusion/Exclusion Rules: n/a Descriptive History: (none) Details for this Data Type JM - Revised 09/18/98 Send comments to our Web Master

45. Cervical Fusion Herniated cervical disk is a common neck pain diagnosis. You may have heard some interchangeable terminology ruptured disk, slipped disc, and herniated http://www.spineuniverse.com/displayarticle.php/article1467.html

The World Leader in Back Pain Care Home Patients Professionals Find a Doctor ... Pain Management SEARCH Make SpineUniverse my Home Page patient>treatments>neck pain>surgical Use FREE SpineUniverse Tools. Enter your Zipcode and we'll show you the best doctors and treatments in your area. Cervical Fusion Joseph P. Krzeminski, M.D. Partner York Neurosurgical Associates York, PA, USA The purpose of this information is to enhance your neurosurgical education so that you and your family understand your problem and how surgery will relieve your symptoms. Normal Anatomy and Physiology In order to fully comprehend your surgical procedure, it’s helpful to have background knowledge of a normal healthy spine. The neck is the upper portion of the spine and is part of a long flexible column known as the spinal column. Twenty-four connected bones (vertebrae) make up this column. The seven bones in your neck are referred to as the cervical spine. These vertebrae look similar to building blocks, since each is stacked atop of each other. Every vertebra is separated by a cushion, which is called an intervertebral disk (also spelled disc). The outer, thick ring on the edges of the disk is the annulus; the spongy center is the nucleus. The annulus serves as a gasket with a goal to keep the nucleus moist. Because of the soft, gelatin-like centers, the intervertebral disks serve as shock absorbing pads in your neck and prevent the rubbing of one bone against another. Also, these cushions provide the flexibility of your cervical spine, allowing you to turn your head freely.

46. InteliHealth: A ruptured disk is commonly called a slipped disk, or herniated disk. Material from a ruptured disk can press on the spinal cord or nerves that pass through http://www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/WSIHW000/29816/31056.html

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48. Large Herniation Of C-7 Disk Orthopaedic Surgeon Suggests ACDF C 6-7 They explained that the ruptured disk material should be reabsorbed by the The results were I had 3 lumbar ruptured disks and most of the ruptures were http://www.medhelp.org/forums/neuro/messages/30700.html

Questions in The Neurology Forum are being answered by doctors from The Cleveland Clinic , consistently ranked one of the best hospitals in America. large herniation of c-7 disk orthopaedic surgeon suggests ACDF C 6-7 Forum: The Neurology and Neurosurgery Forum Topic: Neurosurgery - General Subject: large herniation of c-7 disk orthopaedic surgeon suggests ACDF C 6-7 From To Post becky six weeks ago I awoke with severe pain in my right side and severe arm weakness. I went to the E.R. they gave me valum..no results, I went to my family doc. the next day he thought it was tendonitis, and prescribed vioxx 50 mg a day. THis did help, but i have slight numbness. the pain is pretty well gone, I have been off all pain medication for 7 days, are strength has returned, but not all of it. I had an mri and it did show a large herniation in the c-6 to c-7 area. I do have a dull pain in the area of my lower shoulder blade. The numbness is severe when I look up. My question is : Is surgery needed? are there other ways to deal with this? I have read the posts and it is not looking like surgery is a definate cure all. I am 32 years old and in good shape. I am an active person who has never been sick for an extended period of time. CCF Neuro[P] MD, RPS

49. Herniated Fragmented Disk I had a ruptured disk between L4 and L5. After having had years of bad back I,m in my 30,sI to had a ruptured herniated disc ,which was work related ,I http://www.medhelp.org/forums/neuro/messages/30623.html

Questions in The Neurology Forum are being answered by doctors from The Cleveland Clinic , consistently ranked one of the best hospitals in America. Herniated Fragmented Disk Forum: The Neurology and Neurosurgery Forum Topic: Strain Injury Subject: Herniated Fragmented Disk From To Post MWB I am a 24 year old male with a herniated fragmented disk, lower lumbar between #4 and 5 vertebra (work related), causing back pain with pain radiating down my left leg. This was found by an MRI after months of pain which did not improve. Please tell me what treatment would be typical. If surgery is the usual outcome, is there a least invasive one that I can discuss with my doctor? And while on the subject of doctors, a doctor in what field would be the best one for me to see? Looking forward to your input. Thanks - MWB CCF Neuro[P] MD, RPS MWB Dear MWB: Sorry to hear about your herniated disc. If the disc is not compromising the cord, then rehab and PT might be the first treatment to ungo. However, if the disc is severely compromising the cord, then surgery might be the only alternative. So, I would first see a neurologist. Get a good exam and intrepretation of the MRI. See what your options might be then go from there. If you go to a surgeon first, then usually you will get the surgery sooner than later advice (which be correct but get a neurologist input first). Sincerely

50. I HAD LOWER BACK SURGERY 2 YEARS AGO DUE TO A RUPTURED DISK.... - Q&A I HAD LOWER BACK SURGERY 2 YEARS AGO DUE TO A ruptured disk . I HAD LOWER BACK SURGERY 2 YEARS AGO DUE TO A ruptured disk. http://www.faqs.org/qa/qa-20125.html

I HAD LOWER BACK SURGERY 2 YEARS AGO DUE TO A RUPTURED DISK.... Internet RFC Index Usenet FAQ Index Other FAQs Documents Search Search FAQs Home Answered Questions Question by JOE Submitted on 5/12/2004 Related FAQ: rec.running FAQ, part 1 of 8 Rating: Not yet rated Rate this question: N/A Worst Weak OK Good Great I HAD LOWER BACK SURGERY 2 YEARS AGO DUE TO A RUPTURED DISK. I HAD A MICROLAMINOMY PERFORMED. I STILL HAVE ALOT OF BACK PAIN. MAINLY WHEN I SIT FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME. I RUN ON AVERAGE 20 MILES PER WEEK AND HAVE RECENTLY RAN A HALF MARATHON. AFTER ABOUT 8 OR 10 MILES MY BACK STARTS TO HURT AND I HAVE SOME PAIN. I WANT TO RUN A FALL MARATHON IF MY BACK WILL HOLD UP. I AM A 44 YEAR OLD MALE AND HAVE BEEN RUNNING FOR 25 YEARS. ANY SUGGESTIONS OR THOUGHTS ON WHY I SHOULD OR SHOULD NOT RUN A MARATHON. I HAVE ONE MARATHON UNDER MY BELT. Your answer will be published for anyone to see and rate. Your answer will not be displayed immediately. If you'd like to get expert points and benefit from positive ratings, please create a new account or login into an existing account below. Your name or nickname: If you'd like to create a new account or access your existing account, put in your password here:

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52. Present All The Justices BOBBY RAY COMBS V. Record No. 980024 It became symptomatic, but it didn t rupture the disk at that instant in time. A very benign activity can cause a ruptured disk to become symptomatic. http://www.courts.state.va.us/opinions/opnscvtx/1980024.txt

53. Cervical Radiculopathy - DynoMed.com In younger people, cervical radiculopathy tends to be the result of a ruptured disk. This disk material then compresses the nerve root, causing pain. http://www.dynomed.com/encyclopedia/encyclopedia/spine/Cervical_Radiculopathy.ht

Return Records Cervical Radiculopathy Causes Symptoms Treatment A Quick Overview of the Spine: The cervical vertebrae are the seven vertebrae that form the upper part of your spine, between the skull and the chest. The thoracic vertebrae are the 12 bones between your neck and your lower back.  Thoracic vertebrae have cup-shaped surfaces called facets, in which the ribs rest and connect to the spine.  These ‘joints’ help the ribs to move up and down during breathing. The lumbar vertebrae are the five largest and strongest of all vertebrae.  They are found in your lower back between the chest and hips.  The strong muscles of the back are attached to the lumbar vertebrae. Your sacrum and coccyx are the bones found at the base of your spine.  The triangular sacrum—made up of five vertebrae fused together—supports the spine and connects it to the pelvis.  Your coccyx, or tailbone, is formed from four fused vertebrae and has little function. The vertebral foramen is the hollow part of the vertebrae where the spinal chord (nerve tissues) attaches to your brain and sends signals all over your body.

54. EMedicine Health - Slipped Disk Overview Synonyms and related keywords ruptured disk, disk protrusion, herniated disk, Although they do not actually slip, a disk may split or rupture. http://www.emedicine.com/aaem/topic405.htm

Search September 9, 2005 Registration Healthcare Professionals You are in: Back, Ribs, Neck, and Head Slipped Disk Slipped Disk Overview The disks are protective shock-absorbing pads between the bones of the spine. Although they do not actually "slip," a disk may split or rupture. This can cause the disk to fail, allowing the gel to escape into the surrounding tissue. The leaking jellylike substance can place pressure on the spinal cord or on a single nerve fiber and cause pain either around the damaged disk or anywhere along the area controlled by that nerve. This condition is also known as a herniated, ruptured, prolapsed, or, more commonly, slipped disk. The most frequently affected area is the low back, but any disk can rupture, including those in the neck. Last updated: Aug 10, 2005 Slipped Disk Causes Sections Slipped Disk Overview Slipped Disk Causes Slipped Disk Symptoms When to Seek Medical Care Exams and Tests ... Authors and Editors Dementia is not something that happens only to older people. Learn about causes and treatment options. Stress, fear, or worries can lead to severe anxiety, which can have a serious impact on your life. Do you need to seek help?

55. Dodgerslist from intervertabral disk disease and either had a slipped and/or ruptured disk. The myleogram showed a fully ruptured disk and they gave me the option http://www.dodgerslist.com/story/sep03.html

DODGER: Dachshund Orthopedic Disc Group Email Resource Story of the Month - September 2003 "Henry": I’m guessing that you are reading this because your doxie is having back issues. I hope Henry’s story will be an inspiration to you all. I am the owner of Henry, a 6 yr old red shorthair 'tweener'. He has occasionally had back problems since age 2. His first incident was a result of jumping off the bed. In the past, the pain always went away after a few days of steroids (Pred). However, Henry woke up one day in mid May of this year and was ataxic (spelling?) and in a great deal of pain. He could not walk and could barely stand. He was severely 'hunched' over. I rushed him to our local vet, and he immediately recommended we take Henry to the Univ of Missouri (in Columbia, MO) Vet Hospital. We live in St. Louis, so it was about a 100 mile drive each way. The neurosurgeon (Dr. O'Brien) did a series of neurological exams and suggested a myleogram because he came to the conclusion that Henry suffered from intervertabral disk disease and either had a slipped and/or ruptured disk. The myleogram showed a fully ruptured disk and they gave me the option of surgery (with an upfront estimate of $1800-$2200) or putting him down. The latter was not even an option, and they gave the surgery a 50/50 shot. Doing nothing would result in paralysis. Of course, I opted for the surgery.

56. American Family Physician: Thoracic Disk Herniation - Anatomy & Pathophysiology, which may account for the higher frequency of ruptured thoracic disks in this laterally situated ruptured disk may not be detected on a myelogram. http://www.findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m3225/is_n5_v45/ai_12199654

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57. American Family Physician: The Family Physician And Lumbar Disk Disease - Editor Such emotionally laden terms as ruptured disk should be avoided because they serve only to create undue anxiety in patients. http://www.findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m3225/is_n5_v47/ai_13781701

@import url(/css/us/style1.css); @import url(/css/us/searchResult1.css); @import url(/css/us/articles.css); @import url(/css/us/artHome1.css); Advanced Search Home Help IN free articles only all articles this publication Automotive Sports 10,000,000 articles - not found on any other search engine. FindArticles American Family Physician April 1993 Content provided in partnership with 10,000,000 articles Not found on any other search engine. Related Searches Spinal diseases / Care and treatment Backache / Care and treatment Featured Titles for AAACN Viewpoint ABNF Journal, The AIDS Treatment News AMAA Journal ... View all titles in this topic Hot New Articles by Topic Automotive Sports Top Articles Ever by Topic Automotive Sports The family physician and lumbar disk disease - Editorial American Family Physician April, 1993 by David C. Lanier Save a personal copy of this article and quickly find it again with Furl.net. It's free! Save it. Heightened awareness of lumbar disk disease among family physicians will likely result in better care for patients with low back pain. However, the focused attention on this condition also increases the possibility that lumbar disk disease (or "suspected" lumbar disk disease) will be overdiagnosed, resulting in needless patient anxiety and unnecessary and costly interventions, including inappropriate surgery. Although patients with low back pain are commonly seen in family practice, only a small percentage present with a herniated intervertebral disk. More than 90 percent of all episodes of back pain can probably be attributed to mechanical causes, although the precise pathoanatomic lesion may not be identifiable.[1]

58. CANINE DEGENERATIVE DISK DISEASE  What Is A Disk This is called a disk rupture or a ruptured disk. Since the shell is thinnest If paralysis affects all four legs, the disk rupture must be in the neck. http://www.purebredlabs.com/canine_degenerative_disk_disease.htm

Welcome to Purebredlabs. Here you will find Labrador Retriever information on breeders, breeding and raising puppies, the breed standards, health care, pet supplies, photos and training. Home Breeding Training Breeders ... Feedback Site Search Search this site powered by FreeFind Site Categories Labrador Retriev er Bre ed Standards ... OFA Information Contact Us Email: Webmaster Link To Us Training Duck Hunters Field T raining your Labrador Retriever ... or Labrador Retrievers Resources Radio Fence Recommended Books Bestbuyemporium.com Pet Supplies CANINE DEGENERATIVE DISK DISEASE What is a disk, and what is its purpose? The spinal cord is one of the most important and most sensitive organs in the body. If it is traumatized, its cells will not regenerate; injuries usually result in permanent damage. Therefore, the spinal cord is protected in a very special fashion. It goes through a bony canal within the spine; it is surrounded by protective bone everywhere except over the disks. This extreme protection reflects its importance and its fragility. Disks are rubber-like cushions between the vertebrae. They allow the back to move up and down and sideways without allowing contact between the bones of the spinal column.

59. Laminectomy The ruptured disk is then removed. In other instances the lamina is removed because of pressure caused by bony spurs or other pathology. Lumbar Laminectomy http://healthgate.partners.org/browsing/browseContent.asp?fileName=14831.xml&tit

60. Ruptured Disk A ruptured disk in the back occurs when all or part of a vertebral disk is forced If the ruptured disk is in the upper back, the symptoms may be in the http://atoz.iqhealth.com/HealthAnswers/encyclopedia/HTMLfiles/2618.html

ruptured disk Images (Click to view larger image) Alternative Names slipped disk, herniated disk Definition A ruptured disk in the back occurs when all or part of a vertebral disk is forced through the bones of the spinal column. What is going on in the body? The vertebrae of the spinal column are separated by vertebral disks that act like shock absorbers. A disk is made up of two parts. The outer ring or annulus is a tough, fibrous material. The inner part or nucleus is a soft, jelly-like material. A ruptured disk occurs when the outer ring tears or breaks, allowing the jelly-like material to poke through the crack. The disk may press on nerves, causing pain and loss of function. What are the signs and symptoms of the condition? The location of the ruptured disk determines where a person will have symptoms. Most ruptured disks are in the lower back and cause low back pain. The ruptured disk may press on the sciatic nerve. This pressure causes sciatic nerve dysfunction . The person may experience the following symptoms: decreased ability to flex the knee decreased ability to move the foot and toes in certain directions numbness, burning, or tingling in the leg

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