Tuina Promotes Repair of Chronic Cervical Muscle Injury by Regulating Satellite Cell Proliferation and Differentiation and Inhibiting Myocyte Apoptosis.

Purpose: Chronic cervical muscle injury is the first common cause of the development of cervical spondylosis, and Tuina can effectively promote the repair of chronic cervical muscle injury and alleviate neck pain, but the mechanism behind its efficacy is still unknown. The proliferation and differentiation of muscle satellite cells and the apoptosis of cervical myocytes play important roles in the repair of chronic cervical muscle injuries; therefore, this study aimed to explore the potential mechanisms of Tuina to promote the repair of cervical muscle injuries in terms of the proliferation and differentiation of satellite cells and the apoptosis of myocytes.

Patients And Methods: Twenty-eight Wistar rats were randomly divided into control group, model group, Tuina group, and meloxicam group, with 7 rats in each group.

Impact of Lumbar Fusion Internal Fixation on Lumbar Disc Herniation in Young Patients: A Retrospective Study.

BACKGROUND Lumbar fusion and internal fixation techniques have shown promise in treating lumbar disc herniation (LDH), yet the impact on lumbar function in young patients remains unclear. This study aimed to investigate the impact of lumbar fusion on lumbar function in young patients. MATERIAL AND METHODS A retrospective analysis was conducted on 330 patients diagnosed with LDH admitted to our hospital.

New Assessment Method for Upper Limb Function in Patients With Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy: The 10 Coins Test.

Study Design: Retrospective cohort study.

Objective: Although there are several methods available to assess upper limb function in patients with cervical spondylotic myelopathy, few methods can evaluate the degree of upper limb functional impairment in activities of daily living.

Summary Of Background Data: We devised and evaluated the utility of a new assessment method called the 10 Coins Test, which is based on daily movements.

Risk factors affecting cervical spondylotic myelopathy complicated with traumatic central cord syndrome and the efficacy of different treatment options.

Objective: To analyze the influencing factors and treatment options of cervical spondylotic myelopathy (CSM) complicated with traumatic central cord syndrome (TCCS).

Methods: A total of 243 patients with CSM admitted to our hospital from January 2021 to September 2022 were retrospectively analyzed, and then divided into the control group (n = 152) and the observation group (n = 91) according to the presence or absence of concurrent TCCS. The clinical data and imaging data of the two groups were compared, and multivariate logistic regression was used to analyze the influencing factors of CSM complicated with TCCS.

Traditional Chinese Medicine treatment for postoperative axial symptoms of cervical spondylotic myelopathy: a systematic review.

Background: Axial symptoms (AS) represent one of the primary complications after cervical spondylotic myelopathy (CSM) surgery. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), as a complementary and alternative therapy, is widely used in the treatment of postoperative AS in CSM. However, it lacks standardised treatment protocols, uniform therapeutic criteria, assessment methods and a sufficiently in-depth understanding of its mechanisms of action.

3D Printing for Personalized Solutions in Cervical Spondylosis.

In the context of the digital revolution, 3D printing technology brings innovation to the personalized treatment of cervical spondylosis, a clinically common degenerative disease that severely impacts the quality of life and increases the economic burden of patients. Although traditional surgeries, medications, and physical therapies are somewhat effective, they often fail` to meet individual needs, thus affecting treatment adherence and outcomes. 3D printing, with its customizability, precision, material diversity, and short production cycles, shows tremendous potential in the treatment of cervical spondylosis.

Osseous pathologic changes in the thoracic region of the equine vertebral column: A descriptive post-mortem study in three breeds.

Background: Data on equine thoracic pathology hardly exist in breeds other than Thoroughbreds.

Objectives: To describe pathological changes of the osseous thoracic vertebral column in Warmblood horses, Shetland ponies and Konik horses, and to compare prevalence and severity.

Study Design: Descriptive post-mortem study.

A magnetic resonance imaging-based morphometric analysis of bilateral L1-L5 oblique lumbar interbody fusion corridor: feasibility of safe surgical approach and influencing factors.

Study Design: Retrospective cross-sectional study.

Purpose: To investigate the size and local anatomy of the right and the left-sided oblique corridors between L1-L5 levels and identify the potential impact of increasing age and sex on corridor size.

Overview Of Literature: The oblique lumbar interbody fusion (OLIF) was introduced by Silvestre and his colleagues as a solution to the approach-related complications associated with anterior lumbar interbody fusion and lateral lumbar interbody fusion.

Spondylolysis in Adolescent Athletes: A Descriptive Study of 533 Patients.

Objective: The objective of this descriptive study was to evaluate spondylolysis in adolescent athletes, including age at time of injury, sport associated with injury, examination findings, site of injury, studies used for diagnosis, treatments, duration of treatment, and outcomes.

Design: This was a retrospective chart review of patients who presented with a diagnosis of spondylolysis over a 17-year period.

Setting: Community primary care sports medicine practice.

Internal carotid artery dissection in a patient with Parkinson's disease after COVID-19 infection.

Background: Internal carotid artery (ICA) dissection is a relatively rare cause of acute ischemic stroke. Stretching and compression of ICA due to sudden acceleration, deceleration, and rotational forces are risk factors for ICA dissection. Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) is believed to trigger an inflammatory response that exacerbates endothelial dysfunction and leads to arterial dissection.

Computed tomography of the equine caudal spine and pelvis. Pathological findings in 56 clinical cases (2018-2023).

Background: Computed tomography (CT) of the axial skeleton is increasing across many equine hospitals. CT of the pelvis and caudal spine in a large group of clinical cases has not been reported previously.

Objective: To describe the pathological lesions identified in the caudal spine/pelvis in horses and ponies undergoing CT spine of this region.

Gender differences in spine surgery for degenerative lumbar disease: prospective cohort study.

Objective: Despite efforts toward achieving gender-based equality in clinical trial enrollment, females are frequently underrepresented and gender-specific data analysis is lacking. Identifying and addressing gender bias in medical decision-making and outcome reporting may facilitate more equitable healthcare delivery. This study aimed to determine if gender differences exist in the clinical evaluation and surgical management of patients with degenerative lumbar conditions.

Comparative efficacy of unilateral biportal endoscopic and full-endoscopic posterior cervical foraminotomy in the treatment of cervical spondylotic radiculopathy: a retrospective analysis.

Objective: The aim of this study was to compare the clinical efficacy of the full-endoscopic posterior cervical foraminotomy (FE-PCF) and the unilateral biportal endoscopic posterior cervical foraminotomy (UBE-PCF) in the treatment of cervical spondylotic radiculopathy (CSR).

Methods: Patients who underwent posterior cervical spine surgery in our hospital from January 2020 to December 2022 were retrospectively analyzed. According to the surgical method, the patients were divided into two groups: FE-PCF group and UBE-PCF group.