Congenital Present at birth. Conservative management Refers to non-surgical treatment of back problems. Counselling the opportunity to talk things over with a trained counsellor, which can offer new ideas for coping. Degeneration of the disc the discs between the vertebrae break up as they become more rigid, restricting movement of the spine and increasing wear on the vertebrae. Epidural Drugs injected into the spine, for the relief of pain.
Facet joints the point at which two vertebrae meet and move against each other.
Fracture A break in the bone. Healing Psychic or spiritual healers say they channel energy in the person being healed to help stimulate recovery. Herbalism Use of plants and herbal remedies to treat illness. Herniated Bulging through a part of the body, such as the soft core of a disc through its tough outer coating. Intramuscular Given by injection into a muscle.