11 THE VERTEBRAL COLUMN AND SPINAL ANATOMY, STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION #50LAM_ANATOMY_ENG
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I have a #neural-tube-defect in my #cervicalspine b/tw each of C3, 4 & 5; Spina Bifida Occulta. The actual holes are near imperceptible on an x-ray image, but both CT & MRI give a clear diagnosis that matches with the range of tinnitus I've lived with my entire life, as the neurological cause.

Neck pain is common — but not all neck pain is the same. Learn the signs of simple strain, pinched nerves, and when spinal cord pressure becomes an emergency. 🧠📍 #NeckPain #SpineHealth #Telehealth #PainRelief #CervicalSpine

Ep 93 👁️ Neuro-Optometry and Concussion Rehab Explained by Dr Neera Kapoor, OD, FAAO, FCOVD-A 🥼 Hosted by Dr. Jessica Schwartz PT, DPT, CSCS, a Doctor of Physical Therapy and brain injury survivor, who is unapologetically passionate about educating healthcare professionals about concussion, examination, intervention, collaboration, and advocacy. 🎙️ Concussion Corner Podcast® is our Free Open Access Medical Education #FOAMed portion of our 24 weeks of educational programming at Concussion Corner Academy®. We’re so happy that you’re here! 🎓 Concussion Corner Academy® has two courses — Concussion: The Patient Rehabilitation Journey Part I & Part II — each offering 30 hours of continuing education credit for PT, OT, and ATC in all 50 United States. We’ve served hundreds of healthcare professionals worldwide across disciplines. We’re truly interdisciplinary and interactive across all aspects of our programming! 🔗 Visit us at https://www.concussioncorner.org to learn more about how you can join our #TeachOneServeMany community! ⸻ 💡 In This Episode: 👁️ Dr. Neera Kapoor, Clinical Professor of Rehabilitation Medicine at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and internationally recognized neuro-optometrist, joins Dr. Jessica Schwartz for a deep dive into the missing link in concussion care — vision. 🤝 Together they explore how to identify visual and ocular motor dysfunction, bridge care between disciplines, and understand the functional component of vision that so many concussion patients struggle to describe. 📍 Highlights include: • Why vision is foundational but often overlooked in concussion care • The difference between primary eye exams and neuro-optometric assessment • Listening for subtle subjective red and yellow flags patients can’t name • Why measuring recovery is as important as the break in near-point testing • How to sequence care between visual, vestibular, and cervical systems • Practical tips for reading and screen habituation with real-world carryover • Pacing, grounding, and re-connecting patients to their body after TBI • Upcoming research and global teaching by Dr. Kapoor ⸻ 🩺 About Dr. Neera Kapoor: Dr. Kapoor is a Clinical Professor of Rehabilitation Medicine at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and an internationally recognized neuro-optometrist with over 100 lectures delivered worldwide. She has co-authored dozens of peer-reviewed articles and textbook chapters on vision and acquired brain injury. Her teaching emphasizes functional vision integration, proprioceptive feedback, and collaboration across disciplines to enhance concussion outcomes. 📅 Upcoming Speaking Engagements: • Stroke and Vertigo Lecture — Northwell Health — 🗓️ November 13 • Brain Injury Association of New York State (BIANYS) Conference — 🗓️ March 6 2026 in White Plains, NY • Guest Editor — 🧠 International Journal of Emergency Medicine Special Open-Access Issue on Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (launching early 2026) ⸻ 📄 #FOAMed Resources Mentioned In This Episode: 🔗 Concussion Corner Academy Part II Enrollment — https://www.concussioncorner.org/courses 🔗 Northwell Health Events — https://www.northwell.edu 🔗 Brain Injury Association of New York State — https://bianys.org 🔗 International Journal of Emergency Medicine — https://intjem.biomedcentral.com ⸻ 📖 Chapters: 00:00  Introduction to Concussion Corner® and Dr. Neera Kapoor 02:43  Why vision is the missing link in concussion care 08:07  Listening for patient language and functional clues 12:25  Proprioceptive feedback and near-point convergence tips 15:39  Pacing and grounding the visual system 18:40  Visual vs vestibular vs cervical drivers of dizziness 23:14  Eye muscle roles explained for rehab providers 26:19  Sequencing and co-management in interdisciplinary care 31:49  Why recovery is as important as the break 33:47  Closing remarks and upcoming lectures ⸻ A Word From Our Sponsor: 🏈🚲⚽️🏒 Since 2011, Virginia Tech researchers have provided independent helmet ratings to help consumers choose the safest options for reducing concussion risk. This work is completely independent of helmet manufacturers and serves Virginia Tech’s mission to lower concussion risk worldwide. Visit the Virginia Tech Helmet Lab at https://bit.ly/VirginiaTechHelmets and help spread the word in your community! 🏇⚾️🥎 ⸻ 📢 Call to Action: 👍 Like this episode 🔔 Subscribe to Concussion Corner Podcast® 👥 Share with a colleague 🎓 Join Concussion Corner Academy® Part II to learn live with Dr. Neera Kapoor and our faculty 🌐 www.ConcussionCorner.org ⸻ This podcast is for entertainment and educational purposes only and should not be confused for medical advice. Please reach out to your medical team or call 911 if this is an emergency.

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Rare C2‑C3 Lateral Dislocation Treated with Anterior Cervical Fusion

Sept 2025: a 42‑year‑old woman with a rare C2‑C3 lateral dislocation received anterior cervical discectomy and fusion, reducing her VAS pain from 7 to 2. Read more: getnews.me/rare-c2-c3-lateral-dislo... #cervicalspine

Posterior Longitudinal Ligament Resection in Anterior Cervical Surgery

Thai study of 102 ACDF patients (Oct 2018‑Dec 2023) found preserving the PLL shortens retractor time and provides comparable relief versus resection outcome. Read more: getnews.me/posterior-longitudinal-l... #cervicalspine #pll #spine

8 Things I Learned from MDT (McKenzie) Part B — Black Bear Physical Therapy MDT/McKenzie Technique is a methodology that uses simple mechanic test to determine which movements will relieve people's pain

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Reposting for more eyes — seriously looking for advice

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Super excited everyone. Yesterday was 1 month post-op for me! Here's a quick short video update for ya! Enjoy and laugh! Thank you!

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