Cell therapy is a promising approach for the treatment of many degenerative diseases. For instance, chondrocytes (cartilage cells) are currently being tested in clinical trials to treat intervertebral ...

There is indentation of the column by a large free fragment (3), which was found at operation. Three basic diskographic patterns have been observed.

4. Mixter, WJ, Barr, JS. Rupture of the intervertebral disc with involvement of the spinal canal. N Engl J Med 1934;211:210-215 ...

New intervertebral discs from stem cells Date: May 9, 2017 Source: University of Zurich Summary: Slipped discs are the most common reason to go to the doctor in Switzerland. Not only people, but ...

More information: Sofia Tseranidou et al, Nucleus pulposus cell network modelling in the intervertebral disc, npj Systems Biology and Applications (2025). DOI: 10.1038/s41540-024-00479-6 ...

A more precise, objective definition of the neutral zone -- the range over which a spinal motion segment moves with minimal resistance -- is sought by the authors of this study.

University of Gothenburg. "Exercise produces positive effects on the intervertebral discs." ScienceDaily. ScienceDaily, 28 June 2011. <www.sciencedaily.com / releases / 2011 / 06 / 110628111844.htm>.

Current evidence on the efficacy of prosthetic intervertebral disc replacement in the cervical spine shows that this procedure is as least as efficacious as fusion in the short term and may result in ...

Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous coblation of the intervertebral disc for low back pain and sciatica. This involves using heat from an electrode to destroy the tissue. Last reviewed: 27 ...