Dr. Scott Taylor from Southwest Spine & Rehab in Mesa, Arizona, explains the three phases of spinal degeneration using a poster in his office. The poster illustrates four different X-rays of the cervical spine, showing the side view of a patient.
Phase 1 - Normal: Dr. Taylor describes the normal alignment of the vertebrae, showing a slight curve. The weight of the head is properly balanced on the back of the spine.
Phase 2 - Loss of Curvature: Through injury, trauma, or poor posture, patients may lose the normal curvature. Dr. Taylor gives an example of a patient who lost this curve due to a car accident. The straightening of the vertebrae puts too much force on the front, leading to problems with the intervertebral discs.
Phase 3 - Disc Degeneration: If left uncorrected, the spine moves into this phase where the disc breaks down. This can lead to a narrowing of the space between the vertebrae, causing nerve irritation and potentially affecting other functions in the body, such as arm control.
Phase 4 - Spinal Fusion: In the final phase, the loss of disc space leads to the spine fusing and growing together. This causes more nerve irritation and can lead to atrophy in other parts of the body.
Dr. Taylor emphasizes the importance of understanding these phases to provide specific solutions for individual health conditions. He concludes by inviting viewers to Southwest Spine & Rehab in Mesa, Arizona, for assistance with their spinal health.
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