Chronic musculoskeletal conditions affecting the Neck, Back and Spine can lead to debilitating pain, reduced mobility, and long-term disability. Issues such as cervical disc degeneration, herniated lumbar discs, and spinal misalignment are common due to aging, poor posture, and occupational hazards. Technological advancements in diagnostics, including high-resolution MRI and AI-assisted imaging, have improved the early detection of spinal disorders. Minimally invasive surgical techniques, such as microdiscectomy and robotic-assisted spinal fusion, are reducing recovery times while enhancing surgical precision. Beyond surgery, regenerative medicine, including stem cell therapy and biologic injections, is emerging as a promising alternative for treating degenerative spinal conditions. Rehabilitation programs incorporating targeted physiotherapy and wearable biomechanical devices are also playing a crucial role in pain management and postural correction. As orthopedic research progresses, innovative therapies and preventive strategies continue to reshape how Neck, Back and Spine disorders are diagnosed and treated, improving overall musculoskeletal health.
Title : The tomographic phenotype and the genotype of wormian bones
Ali Al Kaissi, National Ilizarov Medical Research Center for Traumatology and Orthopaedics, Russian Federation
Title : Why rehabilitation following Total Joint Arthroplasty (TJA) should include a gait kinematic assessment and gait retraining
Diana Hodgins, Dynamic Metrics Ltd, United Kingdom
Title : Is my non-operative practice ok? – An audit tool for surgical patients
Chris Wainwright, Mater Private Hospital Mackay, Australia
Title : Is pregnancy a major risk factor for musculoskeletal pain: A cross-sectional study
Youssef Masharawi, Tel Aviv University, Israel
Title : Acute traumatic spinal injuries - Outcomes based evidence of the holistic active physiological conservative management of the injury and its neurological effects
Wagih El Masri, Keele University, United Kingdom
Title : The shape evolution of the human thoracic cage from birth to adulthood: Characterization and acceleration
Youssef Masharawi, Tel Aviv University, Israel