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Diseases of the Spinal Column

Detailed information on the causes, genesis, and symptoms, as well as the diagnostic and therapeutic approaches to a wide variety of spinal column ailments.


Degenerative diseases The spinal column is subject to a continuous aging process resulting in morphological changes and, potentially, in spinal ailments. More...	Degenerative diseases	Deformities Spinal column deformities such as scoliosis are more than just cosmetic problems, as they frequently involve serious limitations. More...	Deformities
Inflammatory diseases Inflammatory processes of the spinal column often lead to structural changes, the consequences of which require therapy. More...	Inflammatory diseases	Spondylolisthesis This condition (forward vertebral slippage) may significantly affect vertebral statics. More...	Spondylolisthesis
Spinal column injuries Accidents, or changes in the bony structure of the vertebrae, may destabilize the spinal column, possibly also resulting in spinal cord damage. More...	Spinal injuries	Tumors When the spinal cord is at risk due to instability or tumor growth, tumor surgery can in many cases improve the patient's quality of life. More...	Tumor diseases