What is Viral Encephalitis? Viral encephalitis refers to acute, diffuse inflammation of the brain caused by a viral infection. Other microorganisms such as bacteria and fungi can trigger encephalitis, but here we will focus on viral causes, the most common of which is the herpes simplex virus. It is a relatively rare pathology affecting mainly infants […]
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Getting Ready For Spine Surgery
Getting ready for spine surgery requires good preparation – mentally, physically and emotionally. In this video we talk you through what to expect when you’re getting ready for spine surgery, with practical tips for all patients. Francesca Howes is an Extended Scope Spinal Physiotherapy Practitioner at The Royal London Hospital. ✍ Thumb by Tom Churchill […]
Spine Anatomy for Patients
If you’re a patient with spine problems who is going to have surgery it’s good to start with our Spine Anatomy for Patients video. This is the first in a series that will get you ready for spine surgery! This is written and filmed with Francesca Howes, an Extended Scope Spinal Physiotherapy Practitioner at The […]
Tethered Cord Syndromes
Background on the Spinal Cord We find the spinal cord freely floating in the spinal canal encased by the spinal column, a roughly cylindrical column of individual vertebral bones designed to protect the descending cord from damage. The spinal cord itself is made up of bundles of nerves that communicate with the brain and the […]