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Learn These Epidural Adhesions Basics

Published on Tue Aug 19, 2014

Epidural scarring and adhesions: Adhesions in the epidural space are caused by scarring. This means that the epidural fat is replaced by fibrotic tissue. This usually happens as a consequence of surgery or a disc rupture. The scar tissue entraps the nerves causes irritation and inflammation. This causes pain. Adhesiolysis may help to relieve pain. “Some physicians believe that tethering [...]
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