Dandy Walker syndrome is a congenital abnormality of the brain which affects the cerebellum and the spaces in and around the cerebellum that is composed of cerebrospinal fluid. The disorder gets its name from the founding fathers of neurosurgery, namely, Arthur Earl Walker and Walter Dandy Dandy Walker syndrome features a partial or complete absence… Continue reading Dandy Walker Syndrome
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Hernia Symptoms in Women
When a section of an organ protrudes through the tissues then the condition is known as a hernia. A hernia usually projects out from the tissue that holds it. The weakness of the muscles mostly leads to development of a hernia. A majority of the hernia extensions is normally visible through abdominal or intestinal fatty… Continue reading Hernia Symptoms in Women
Torticollis in Infants
Also referred to as wryneck, torticollis is a condition characterized by tilting of the head. Torticollis is a Latin word meaning ‘twisted neck.’ People may wake up with a case of torticollis after sleeping uncomfortably. Newborns may suffer from the condition due to a difficult delivery or because of its position in the womb. It… Continue reading Torticollis in Infants
Lumbar lordosis
Also referred to as ‘saddle back’ and ‘swayback’, lumbar lordosis is a condition characterized by excessive spinal curvature in the lower back. It may be noted that the spine naturally bends at the neck, upper back area, and lower back region to support the head’s weight and help absorb shock. Lumbar lordosis develops when the… Continue reading Lumbar lordosis