Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) is a type of spine surgery used for the treatment of neck or arm pain caused by cervical radiculopathy. This surgery involves the removal of a protruding ...

This is because they carry a larger load transmitted from the top of the head down to the lower spine. Another reason why the lumbar bones are larger than the cervical and thoracic vertebrae is that ...

Reptiles are enthralling animals that demand specialized care for optimal health in captive settings. A critical aspect of their maintenance and wellbeing is providing a conducive environment for ...

That’s why we’ve put together a list of the best cervical pillows to help you get the rest you deserve. These pillows are designed to support your neck and spine, alleviating any pain or ...

Treatment for kyphosis ranges from back exercises and physical therapy in mild cases to surgery to correct severe curvature. Lordosis, also called swayback, is the forward curving of your spine in the ...

A little early holiday surprise from Boston Dynamics this week, as Santa suit-wearing electric Atlas performs a backflip. The feat occurs about 13 minutes into a new video, showcasing yet another ...

The passing of Burt was announced by the staff at Crocosaurus Cove, a reptile attraction and habitat in Darwin, Australia, where Burt had lived since 2008. A saltwater crocodile estimated by the ...

Ichthyosaurs were reptiles that swam in the seas during ... as an ichthyosaur because of the characteristic hourglass-shaped vertebrae. Our detailed study published in the Journal of Vertebrate ...