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Injuries and diseases of the spine: Orthopädie Zentrum München Ost (OZMO)

The spine as the “bony center” of the body is the supporting structure for the upright gait and the support in the skeleton. It connects the bones of the extremities to each other and also serves as protection for the spinal cord, where the central nerve pathways are located. The spine itself consists of various individual elements that are connected by intervertebral discs. Thus, the spine gives the body stability and elasticity for movement at the same time.

Injuries and diseases of the spine compromise stability and the ability to move. Our team of experienced specialists at the Orthopaedic Center Munich East (OZMO) then offers you fast and reliable help: From diagnostics to modern therapy, our orthopaedists with comprehensive knowledge of spinal diseases, sports medicine and trauma surgery are available to provide you with the optimal assistance for recovery. Contact our practice team for a timely appointment at OZMO for spinal conditions and injuries.

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Inhaltsverzeichnis:

Bandscheibenschäden
Skoliose
Arthrose der Wirbelsäule (Facettenarthrose)
Neuroforamenstenose
Spinalkanalstenose

Spine diseases

Orthopedic diseases of the spine

Damage to intervertebral discs

The intervertebral discs are located between the vertebrae of the spine, where they act as a kind of natural “shock absorber” during every movement. If damage to the intervertebral discs occurs as a result of overloading or if injuries and diseases cause the discs to shift or become damaged, the nerve tracts located in the spinal column may cause sensory disturbances, pain or even paralysis. With early treatment, damage from overuse can be alleviated through physical therapy, drug therapies, and correction of any vertebral misalignments (e.g., orthopedic footwear). In cases of severe disc damage and conditions such as a herniated disc, the need for surgery should be assessed on an interdisciplinary basis.

Scoliosis

Scoliosis is a three-dimensional curvature of the spine that causes curvature and deformation of the upright posture. The natural structure of the spine is disturbed and an upright posture with a natural S-curve of the spine is not possible for the affected patient. Malpositions and vertebral defects as a cause can exist from birth, but can equally develop during growth or in senior age. With appropriate measures, some forms of scoliosis can be cured, while others can only be prevented from progressing. The goal of the therapies can be pursued with physiotherapy, orthopedic aids (insoles, corsets, etc.) or through surgical interventions.

Arthrosis of the spine (facet arthrosis)

Osteoarthritis as a wear and tear disease of the joints can also cause severe pain and damage to the spine. If bone outgrowths develop in the process, they can press on the nerve pathways and lead to irritation and insensitivity, and even paralysis. In addition to treating osteoarthritis as an underlying disease, at it is important to strengthen the back muscles to reduce the load on the spine from muscle work. Chiropractic, physical therapy and advanced therapies are therefore often advisable for osteoarthritis of the spine.

Neuroforaminal stenosis

If the intervertebral discs show signs of “wear and tear” or if there is displacement of the vertebral bodies, narrowing can occur at the transition points of the nerve pathways in and out of the spinal column. This pathological narrowing is called neuroforaminal stenosis. As a result, nerve pathways are usually irritated or bruised, which can cause acute or chronic pain and sensory disturbances. In most cases, conservative therapies are used first to relieve the narrowing and provide relief to the nerve pathways. If these are not sufficient, surgical measures can remove the narrowing.

Spinal stenosis

Within the vertebrae, the so-called spinal canal encloses the spinal cord with the nerve tracts. If constrictions occur here due to bone spurs or the intervertebral disc tissue, the nerve tracts are constricted or even squeezed. As a result, pain, insensations or even paralysis occur. This disease of the spine is called spinal stenosis. Physical therapies, physiotherapy, or drug treatments can be used to relieve the narrowing. If these methods are not sufficient to relieve the patient of his or her symptoms, surgery may be required.

Treatments for spinal diseases and injuries

Orthopedic diseases of the spine can have a variety of causes and are treated accordingly with a wide range of measures. For the most part, back exercises and physical therapy are helpful to support spinal injuries and diseases at any stage. This can improve mobility and the sensation of pain, since the back muscles strengthened by the measures reduce the load on the vertebrae and intervertebral discs. The best results are achieved with early treatment, which is guided in the right direction by experienced diagnostics by a specialist in orthopedics.

After diagnostics, which may include examinations with ultrasound, MRI and X-ray, modern treatments offer correction of malpositions of the body and misalignments of the vertebrae. Orthopedic aids promote the success of treatment and support the therapies recommended by the orthopedist. Particularly in the case of injuries and diseases of the spine, interdisciplinary treatment is often useful, for example, to relieve affected nerve tracts and provide lasting and, if possible, permanent pain relief.

Diagnostics and treatment of diseases of the spine in the OZMO

For diagnostics and treatments, our specialists at the Orthopedic Center Munich East (OZMO) use the high-quality equipment of the well-equipped practice. MRI, ultrasound and X-ray are performed at the OZMO, supported by an experienced practice team, directly on site and without lengthy extra appointments with appropriate specialists. This allows our doctors of orthopedics, sports medicine and trauma surgery to access information from diagnostics quickly and easily and to provide you with suitable treatment options and therapy suggestions in a timely manner. With their high level of expertise, the team of doctors also offers you the opportunity to obtain an independent second opinion from esteemed colleagues in the event of unclear examination results.

At the Orthopaedic Center Munich East (OZMO), three specialists are available to you as specialists for orthopaedic diseases of the spine and joints. Priv.-Doz. Dr. med. habil. Johannes Schauwecker, an experienced orthopedist and trauma surgeon, is your specialist with extensive surgical experience. Prof. Dr. med. habil. Peter Diehl is a certified main surgeon for endoprosthetics and the specialist in our team for unusual orthopedic diseases. Dr. med. Frank Meinhard Balensiefen combines his knowledge of sports medicine with orthopedics and is your contact for the treatment of growing children and adolescents.

Injuries and diseases of the spine: Your appointment at the Orthopaedic Center Munich East

At the Orthopaedic Center Munich East, we welcome you for an appointment to assist you with spinal injuries and conditions. Our experienced specialists and the practice team will be happy to answer your questions, advise you on treatments and suitable therapies, and support you with a high level of expertise from diagnostics to aftercare. We look forward to hearing from you for optimal care for orthopedic conditions and spinal injuries at the Orthopedic Center Munich East (OZMO).

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