Glossary

Here is a comprehensive list of terms related to back pain, each with a mini-definition:

1. Acupuncture : Alternative medicine technique using needles to stimulate specific points on the body.
2. Pain relievers : Drugs used to relieve pain.
3. Anesthesia : Use of drugs to block the sensation of pain during medical procedures.
4. Analgesics : Another term for analgesics, used to relieve pain.
5. Antidepressants : Drugs often used to treat chronic back pain.
6. Anti-inflammatories : Drugs that reduce inflammation and pain.
7. spinous process : Small bony protuberance at the back of each vertebra.
8. Arthrodesis : Surgical fusion of two or more vertebrae to stabilize the spine.
9. Arthrose : Wear of the cartilage between joints, often in the spine.
10. Atlas : First cervical vertebra that supports the head.
11. Axialgia : Pain along the central axis of the body, often in the back.
12. Biofeedback : Stress management technique to help control pain.
13. Bulging Disk : Swelling of an intervertebral disc, less severe than a herniated disc.
14. Cauda Equina : Bundle of nerves located at the base of the spinal cord.
15. cervicalgia : Pain in the cervical region or neck.
16. chiropractic : Manual treatment focused on the alignment of the spine.
17. Coccyx : The last segment of the spine, commonly called the tail bone.
18. Lumbar Corset : Support device for the lower back.
19. Corticosteroids : Anti-inflammatory drugs often injected to relieve back pain.
20. Kyphosis : Excessive backward curvature of the spine, often in the thoracic region.
21. Spinal Decompression : Technique to relieve pressure on the intervertebral discs.
22. Discectomy : Surgery to remove a damaged intervertebral disc.
23. Intervertebral Disc : Cartilaginous cushion between the vertebrae.
24. back pain : Pain in the dorsal region or the middle of the back.
25. Electrotherapy : Use of electric currents to treat pain.
26. Epidural : Injection of drugs into the epidural space of the spine.
27. Thorn in Lenoir : Abnormal bone growth on the heel, often associated with back problems.
28. occupational therapy : Therapy focused on improving function and mobility.
29. Kegel Exercises : Exercises to strengthen the muscles of the pelvic floor, often recommended for back problems.
30. Facet Articular : Small joint between the vertebrae that allows movement of the spine.
31. Fasciitis : Inflammation of the fascia, the connective tissue that surrounds the muscles.
32. fibromyalgia : Disorder characterized by generalized muscle pain, often associated with back pain.
33. Foraminotomy : Surgical enlargement of the opening in a vertebra where a spinal nerve exits.
34. Herniated disc : Protrusion of an intervertebral disc which can press on the nerves.
35. Hydrotherapy : Use of water to treat various conditions, including back pain.
36. Hyperlordosis : Excessive forward curvature of the spine.
37. Hypertrophy : Increase in the size of a tissue or organ, such as an intervertebral disc.
38. Infiltration : Injection of drugs directly into a specific area to relieve pain.
39. MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) : Medical imaging technique to visualize the internal structures of the back.
40. Sciatica : Pain that radiates along the sciatic nerve, often caused by a herniated disc.
41. Kinesitherapy : Physical therapy to improve mobility and function.
42. Laminectomy : Removal of the back part of a vertebra to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves.
43. Ligament : Band of connective tissue that connects bones together.
44. Low back pain : Pain in the lumbar region or lower back.
45. Lumbosciatica : Pain that begins in the lower back and radiates down the leg, often caused by a herniated disc.
46. Lordous : Forward curvature of the spine, often in the lumbar region.
47. Lumbago : Sudden and intense pain in the lower back.
48. Spinal Manipulation : Manual technique to adjust the alignment of the spine.
49. Massotherapy : Using massage to relieve muscle tension and pain.
50. Microdiscectomy : Surgical removal of a small portion of a damaged intervertebral disc.
51. Spinal cord : Central nerve channel that passes through the spine.
52. Myelography : Medical imaging examination to study the spinal cord and nerves.
53. Myofascial : Relating to muscle and fascia, the connective tissue that surrounds it.
54. Neuralgia : Severe pain along a nerve, often in the back.
55. Sciatic nerve : Large nerve that runs from the spine to the leg.
56. Neurosurgery : Surgery of the nervous system, including the spine.
57. Shock Waves : Treatment using sound waves to stimulate tissue healing.
58. Orthopedics : Branch of medicine dealing with musculoskeletal disorders.
59. Osteopathy : Care approach centered on the manipulation of the musculoskeletal system.
60. osteoporosis : Weakening of the bones which can affect the spine.
61. Paralysis : Loss of ability to move, often due to spinal problems.
62. Paraplegia : Paralysis of the legs and lower body, often caused by spinal cord injury.
63. Epidural : Injection of drugs into the space around the spinal cord to relieve pain.
64. Physiotherapy : Set of rehabilitation techniques to improve movement and function.
65. Pilates : System of exercises designed to improve physical strength and flexibility.
66. Platyspondyly : Flattening of the vertebrae, often due to osteoporosis.
67. Disc prosthesis : Surgical implant used to replace a damaged intervertebral disc.
68. spinal pain : General term for pain in the spine.
69. Cervical spine : Upper part of the spine, located in the neck.
70. Dorsal spine : Middle part of the spine, also called the thoracic spine.
71. Lumbar spine : Lower part of the spine, located in the lower back.
72. Radio frequency : Using electrical currents to heat a nerve and reduce pain.
73. X-ray : Image of internal body structures, often used to diagnose back problems.
74. Global Postural Re-education (RPG) : Physiotherapy method focused on improving posture.
75. Reflexology : Foot or hand massage technique to relieve tension in other parts of the body.
76. Sacroiliac : Articulation between the sacrum and the iliac bone of the pelvis.
77. Sacrum : Triangular bone at the base of the spine.
78. Scoliosis : Lateral deformation of the spine.
79. Sedentary lifestyle : Lack of physical activity, often associated with back problems.
80. Spondylitis : Inflammation of the vertebral joints.
81. Spondylolisthesis : Slippage of one vertebra on another, often in the lumbar region.
82. Spinal Stenosis : Narrowing of the spinal canal which can compress the spinal cord or nerves.
83. TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) : Use of electric currents to relieve pain.
84. Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) : A psychological approach to managing chronic pain.
85. Ultrasound Therapy : Using sound waves to treat pain and promote healing.
86. Computed tomography (CT) : A type of X-ray that creates cross-sectional images of the body.
87. Traction : Technique to stretch the spine and relieve pressure on the discs.
88. Trigger Points : Tender points in the muscles that can cause pain.
89. Vertebrate : Individual bone that makes up the spine.
90. Vertebroplasty : Injection of medical cement into a fractured vertebra to stabilize it.
91. Yoga : Physical and mental practice that can help improve posture and relieve back pain.
92. Zygapophyseal : Relating to the joints between the spinous processes of the vertebrae.