To report an unusual complication of intrathecal baclofen injection during test injections. We present two cases of chemical meningitis after intrathecal baclofen injections by lumbar puncture. These ...

February 7, 2012 (Miami Beach, Florida) — A modified interlaminar lumbar epidural steroid injection, referred to as the parasagittal approach, can achieve better pain relief than a midline approach in ...

A lumbar puncture is sometimes called a “spinal tap.” It’s a medical procedure that can involve collecting a sample of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). CSF is the fluid that surrounds your spinal cord and ...

When you have back problems, it can be hard to function during daily activities. It can be even harder to participate in leisurely activities that help you relax and enjoy yourself. Everyday chores ...

We prospectively studied 301 adults with suspected meningitis to determine whether clinical characteristics that were present before CT of the head was performed could be used to identify patients who ...

Post-dural puncture headaches often develop within a few days of a lumbar puncture (spinal tap). They usually go away on their own within a week or two, but if they persist, a doctor might recommend ...