Joseph M. Morreale, M.D.

Spinal surgeons share their tops tips on what to expect before an upcoming procedure.

Some curvature of the spine is normal, but when it bends in certain ways, problems can follow. Here’s what to know.

Discomfort in this area is often the result of sciatic nerve compression, or sciatica. Find out how it's triggered, and what you can do about it.

When this debilitating back pain strikes, you don’t have to hightail it to the doctor. Here’s how to alleviate the discomfort on your own.

The lower part of your spinal column bears a lot of responsibility—and with so many moving parts doing so much, serious problems can occur.

SMA causes muscle weakness along your spinal cord, which can lead to other problems in your body. We detail them here.

If you or your child is living with spinal muscular atrophy, these are the pros you want by your side.

We demystify when each type of SMA’s symptoms start and how they progress.

Cervical spinal stenosis is a nerve compression problem in your neck. Compressed, pinched nerves cause inflammation, pain, and neurological symptoms like numbness, tingling sensations, and weakness.

How to identify and relieve back pain caused by scoliosis—now.

How is a bulging disc like a jelly donut? Find out in our comprehensive overview of bulging discs and learn everything else about them.

Spinal injections and nerve blocks may reduce back or neck pain, such as cervical or lumbar radiculopathy, and may confirm the cause of a spinal disorder.