The Fall that Saved a Life
Episode Summary A simple fall revealed something life-threatening, a spinal tumor she didn’t even know she...
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Ballet, Back Braces, and Bravery: Strength Behind the Spotlight
Summary: At just 11 years old, a young dancer was diagnosed with scoliosis—a condition that progressed...
Built to Last: Protecting Men’s Bones for Life
With increasing life expectancy, a growing number of men are now affected by osteoporosis—a condition historically...
Osteoporosis in Men: What You Need to Know
Osteoporosis has long been viewed as a “women’s disease,” yet it affects millions of men—often with...
Tumbling to Triumph: A Teenage Scoliosis Story
A high school athlete faced an unexpected diagnosis—rapidly progressing scoliosis that threatened the life she loved....
Breaking the Myths: Men and Osteoporosis
Summary: In this episode of Spine-Talks, Dr. Rita Roy, CEO of the National Spine Health Foundation,...
Understanding Spinal Compression Fractures and Preventing the Next One
What are Compression Fractures of the Spine? Vertebral compression fractures (VCFs) occur when the bones of...
Don’t Break Your Back! Vertebral Fractures and How To Avoid Them
Understanding and Preventing Vertebral Compression Fractures In this enlightening episode of Spine Talks, Dr. Rita Roy,...
Don’t Break Your Back! Vertebral Fractures and How to Avoid Them
Back pain can be a symptom of aging, but for many older adults, it could be...
