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Bones, Joints & Spine

Musculoskeletal health for Canadians — orthopedics, arthritis, back and spine care, joint pain, and recovery, reviewed by orthopedic specialists.

Scoliosis in Children: Parent’s Guide for Canada

Scoliosis in children is a condition where the spine develops an abnormal sideways curve, sometimes accompanied by rotation. …

Dr. Sarah Mitchell, MD Read

Kyphosis treatment begins with understanding this common spinal condition, which involves an abnormal forward rounding of the …

Dr. Sarah Mitchell, MD Read

Scoliosis treatment Canada options have advanced significantly, giving patients and families more choices than ever for managing …

Dr. Linda Chen, RD, PhD Read

Sacroiliac joint pain is a common yet often misdiagnosed condition that affects thousands of Canadians each year. Also known as …

Dr. Sarah Mitchell, MD Read

Neck arthritis is one of the most common causes of chronic neck pain in Canada, particularly among adults over the age of 50. It …

Dr. Linda Chen, RD, PhD Read

Back pain relief is something millions of Canadians search for every year, and for good reason — back and spine problems remain …

Dr. Sarah Mitchell, MD Read

Myelopathy is the gradual loss of nerve function caused by damage or disease affecting the spinal cord, and it affects thousands …

Dr. Sarah Mitchell, MD Read

Lumbarization of the spine is a rare congenital condition that changes the structure of your lower back and can lead to chronic …

Dr. Linda Chen, RD, PhD Read

Anticonvulsants for chronic back pain are becoming an increasingly common treatment option for Canadians dealing with persistent, …

Dr. Linda Chen, RD, PhD Read

Back pain causes range from simple muscle strain to serious spinal conditions, making it one of the most common reasons Canadians …

Dr. James Okafor, MD, PhD Read