Modifications to the kite shield occurred gradually, the top first being truncated, then the tail shortened and the resultant smaller shield that developed is referred to as a heater shield. The kite shield predominantly features enarmes, leather straps used to grip the shield tight to the arm.
In addition to neck and back pain, other common spinal tumor symptoms to be watchful for include: 1  Weakness or numbness in the arms, legs or chest area. 2  Walking or standing difficulties. 3  A general loss of sensation throughout the body.  A loss of bladder or bowel control.
Chordoma cancers rarely spread (metastasize), but they are aggressive locally. They can affect adjacent organs, tissues, and bone. Symptoms of chordomas can include back pain, numbness, headaches, and vision problems. This type of tumor has a high recurrence rate. Chordomas are most commonly found in adults between the ages of 40 and 70. Treatments for chordoma include surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy.